Nutan Venkatesh

Trust me, early days were just the trailer, now in my 3rd trimester I am too tired to even cook but still hungry all the time! Enjoy this phase and keep some healthy snacks on your bedside table because midnight hunger is very real.

Yes, of course you can! I absolutely craved spicy vada pav during my second trimester and ate it quite a few times. I kept active with my daily walks and had a very smooth normal delivery, so don't restrict yourself too much from these little joys.

For me, the actual first few weeks after my missed period were full of crazy nausea. If you start feeling sick or bloated soon, keep some dry crackers near your bed. Drink small sips of water and don't let your stomach stay empty.

Don't rush to test the very next day, as the hormone levels take time to build up. I'd suggest waiting at least 4-5 days after the spotting stops, or simply test on the day of your missed period to get an accurate result without wasting tests.

Yes, you definitely can. My neck became very sensitive and itchy during my third trimester, so I had to put my heavy mangalsutra away and wear a very light, simple black-bead thread instead. Do whatever feels comfortable for your body.