Mrinal Menon

For most women it feels like mild menstrual cramps or just a bloated, heavy feeling. As long as there is no severe pain or spotting, it's just your uterus stretching.

I can completely understand how scary it must feel to hear about jaundice right now. Please take a deep breath, but do not wait—contact your gynaecologist immediately. They will guide you safely on what steps to take next.

In my second month, nausea kept me awake all night. I kept some dry crackers on my bedside table to munch on if I felt sick in the middle of the night. Sleeping with a slightly elevated head also helped ease the acid reflux.

After my C-section, during my recovery, my milk came in and they got huge. Slowly as my healing happened and baby's schedule set, things started looking more normal. It takes a few months to notice the actual final change, so go easy on yourself.

I completely understand how stressful this waiting game and confusion can be, it's so easy to overthink. Yes, you can conceive right after your period ends because sperm can live inside for up to 5 days, so take a deep breath.