Sarla Shetty

In my experience, the 'C' line is the first one that appears to show the test is running. It gently reassures you that the test kit is fine. Once that shows up, you just wait a couple of minutes to see if the 'T' line appears too.

When I was pregnant, I felt so anxious eating grapes because my MIL said they cause body heat. But when I asked my doctor, she laughed and said it is totally safe in moderate amounts. I felt so relieved after having a small bowl of cold grapes!

My doctor explained that folic acid is water-soluble, so taking it with a full glass of water helps with absorption. It's best taken after a meal to prevent any mild stomach irritation. Never double up on the dosage if you miss a day; just continue with your normal schedule.

Twins actually carry higher risks during pregnancy, which I realized during my own complications. There is no natural method to plan twins or gender. Please talk to a doctor if you are undergoing fertility treatments.

Doctors look for around 32-40% motility. My husband started eating walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and drinking fresh juices daily, which really helped improve his levels. But if you have been trying for a long time, definitely get a proper check-up.