Shanti Upadhyay

It is a very common early symptom, so please don't worry. Sipping cold milk or water can help soothe your chest.

Doing very gentle breathing exercises or a slow walk in fresh air really helped me with morning sickness, but only do it if your doctor allows. Don't push yourself if you are feeling too weak, and eat small light snacks.

Ensure you are resting on your left side to improve blood flow to the placenta, which helps with fluid levels. Keep your hydration high, but avoid strenuous exercise unless your doctor has approved light activity.

I was also on the heavier side and managed to conceive naturally, though I ended up having a C-section later. The recovery was a bit slow, but totally manageable with light walking and family support. Focus on mild, healthy lifestyle changes now and your body will do the rest.

Oh, don't worry at all! CMV is super common but most of us have already had it in childhood. 🌸 Just make sure you wash your hands well after playing with other toddlers. Stay happy and healthy!