Malini Doshi

Regular periods are a blessing, but there are many silent factors that we might not know about. If you've been trying for more than a year, it is very safe and wise to get a basic screening done by a specialist just for peace of mind.

Let's be realistic, advanced paternal age is a factor in modern fertility discussions. Yes, sperm DNA fragmentation can increase after 40, but many couples conceive successfully. If you have concerns, a simple semen analysis is the quickest way to get clear answers.

Look, a basic pregnancy test card costs like 50 rupees at any local medical store. Why complicate things with ovulation strips? Just get a standard kit and test with your first morning urine, it's cheap and works perfectly.

I've always believed in keeping things natural with daily yoga and walking, which my doctor permitted. When it comes to any pills, even homeopathy, I strictly avoided them unless my gynecologist clearly approved them.

Of course you can! I survived on chana chat during my second trimester. Just be ready for some extra gas, like pregnancy didn't give us enough of that already, haha.