Monisha More

Olives are generally safe and provide good antioxidants, but they do have high sodium content. It is always best to discuss your overall diet plan with your gynac to ensure it fits your nutritional requirements.

I tested on the very first day of my missed period because I wanted to know if I needed to modify my gym workouts and daily runs. Once it was positive, I immediately paused heavy lifting and consulted my doctor about switching to safe prenatal yoga.

I just had my baby and can tell you it's physically impossible to alter the gender. It is determined by chromosomes at the very beginning of pregnancy.

It feels like yesterday when I was googling 'pregnancy symptoms in Kannada' to explain things to my mother-in-law! The main terms are 'Garbhavastha' for pregnancy and 'Vaanti' for vomiting. Don't worry, the local terms might sound complex but the actual experience is universal.

I know how emotionally exhausting it is when every month's test is negative, and you start counting the days and frequency. It's completely valid to feel drained. Try to aim for every 2 days during your peak days, but please take care of your heart first.