Lavanya Gaikwad

During my delivery at the hospital, the trained nurse did the PV check very gently. Always ask your gynac or hospital staff to explain the process to you.

Agree with others, wait for 5 weeks from your last period. It gives the most accurate result at home.

My doctor told me a beta hCG blood test can detect pregnancy as early as 7-10 days after ovulation. It's much more accurate than urine tests. He said the levels double every 48 hours, so that's what they track.

Same here, suffered a lot with bloating. Drinking warm fennel (saunf) water after lunch worked like magic for me.

At the first visit, the gynecologist will confirm your pregnancy, take your medical history, and check your weight and BP. They usually prescribe folic acid and schedule your first dating scan around the 7th or 8th week. It's a very routine but exciting appointment!