Saraswati Senapati

My doctor told me that HCG levels double every 48 hours, so testing too early can give false negatives. She advised testing 14 days after ovulation, or on the day of your missed period, preferably in the morning.

I had thyroid and some minor issues, so my doctor had actually advised us to avoid it in the first trimester. That's why regular follow-ups are so important. Always confirm with your gynac based on your own scans.

Oh god, reading about these things makes me so nervous. Is this detected in the first early scan itself? I hope my regular 7-week scan would have shown if there was any such issue.

Please be very careful before taking any medicine right now. When I was pregnant, I didn't even take a simple tablet without calling my doctor first. Just give your gynac a quick call, they will suggest the safest brand for u.

Yes, driving is perfectly fine, but avoid it during peak traffic to stay stress-free. Always keep the seatbelt on properly. In the third trimester, it's better to avoid driving altogether as the belly gets too close to the wheel.