Mihika Pathak

Growing two babies made me a protein expert! Eat lots of curd, boiled eggs, paneer, and sprouts. A practical tip: sleeping on your left side really boosts blood and nutrient flow to the baby.

I completely understand the urge to constantly check and make sure baby is doing fine. But honestly, using a stethoscope at home usually leads to panic because it's so hard to find the heartbeat. Try to trust the process and wait for your regular ultrasound.

Please avoid self-medication, especially in these early weeks. Try having some curd or pomegranate juice to soothe your stomach, but call your doctor if the loose motions are severe.

I got so many pimples from eating all my favorite sweets! Honestly, I just left them alone because most acne creams aren't safe, but check with your doctor.

Actually, heavy bleeding can interfere with test accuracy, but more importantly, it is a clinical emergency. It is highly recommended that you consult your obstetrician immediately rather than trying to diagnose this at home. Please contact your doctor's clinic right away to be safe.