Rachna Garg

Sitting cross-legged on your office chair or sofa is fine, but crossing legs at the ankles/knees for long hours of desk work causes bad swelling and varicose veins. I keep a small footstool under my office desk to keep my legs elevated. It saves a lot of discomfort.

Honestly, the suspense was killing me while I was busy munching on spicy chips! I waited till the exact day of my missed period to test. It is best to wait for a day or two after your missed period so you get a solid, clear line.

Based on my own experience and understanding, pregnancy only happens when sperm enters the vagina and fertilizes an egg. Swallowing definitely does not lead to pregnancy because the digestive system is completely separate.

Regular walking definitely helped me stay active before I conceived, and I continued it throughout my pregnancy too. It builds stamina and keeps your hormones balanced naturally.

Yes, it definitely does because your posture changes as the baby grows. Since I had GD, I couldn't rely on comfort foods, so I focused on gentle stretching and using a pregnancy pillow. Just make sure you are getting enough calcium as advised by your doctor.