Neha Natarajan

I am also seeing light yellow discharge at 18 weeks but there's no itching. Is it really necessary to go to the doctor for this, or can I wait for my next routine checkup next week?

Oh god, my feet look like overinflated balloons already in this third trimester, and steroid shots can definitely add to it! But seriously, do mention it to your doctor at your next visit or call them, because we don't want to mess around with swelling.

Actually, yes, OSHC covers pregnancy, including GP visits, blood tests, scans, and hospital stay for delivery. However, there's a strict 12-month waiting period on standard policies, so if you conceive before that, you have to pay out of pocket. I remember my friend's doctor in Melbourne said always confirm with your provider first to avoid huge bills later.

Yes, mild period-like cramps are totally normal as your body prepares. But let's be practical—if the pain is severe or there's bleeding, don't search online, just call your gynac straight away.

It can catch those hormones about a week to 10 days after ovulation, way before a urine kit does. I was so obsessed with testing early, but now looking back at my sleeping baby, I laugh at how rushed I was. Enjoy the quiet days while they last!