Nisha Vohra

Pregnancy care is nurturing the precious life inside you with immense gentleness. It involves taking your prescribed progesterone/vitamins on time, eating clean, and guarding your mental peace. Always follow your specialist's advice closely.

Generally, a trimester has about 13 weeks. First trimester is weeks 1-13, second is 14-27, and the third goes from week 28 until you deliver.

Yes, carrots are very healthy, my mother-in-law used to make mild carrot poriyal for me. They have good fiber which helps with early pregnancy constipation too. Just wash them thoroughly to avoid infections, and enjoy them in moderation as advised by your doctor.

Yes, according to my pregnancy tracker app, mild shortness of breath is very common as progesterone increases and the uterus grows. However, if you feel sudden, severe difficulty in breathing or chest pain, please contact your doctor immediately. Keep tracking your symptoms carefully.

After learning so much about cycles during IVF, I found it amazing how our bodies adapt. Once the embryo implants, hormones rise to prevent ovulation so the existing pregnancy can be protected. It's a beautiful protective mechanism.