Meera Soni

Having been through this journey, I can tell you that the joy of nursing and holding your baby makes gender irrelevant. Don't worry about trying to time it for a girl. Just cherish this beautiful phase of trying to conceive.

Look out for a missed period, frequent urination, and breast sensitivity. These are classic early pregnancy symptoms. Don't rely on random feelings, just take a home test with morning urine for a clear answer.

My mother told me to apply warm sesame oil gently on the chest area during the last month to make the skin soft. I checked with my doctor first, and she said it is fine as long as I don't stimulate the nipples too much. Trust your doctor's guidance and stay calm.

I felt so helpless when I got a severe toothache in my second trimester because I didn't want to take heavy meds. My doctor told me to do warm saltwater gargles, and it gave me so much relief.

Sending you lots of strength. Please follow whatever your doctor is advising and take complete bed rest for now.