Shweta Venkatesh

For most normal pregnancies, physical intimacy is safe until your water breaks or labor starts. However, if you have complications like cervical weakness or bleeding, doctors strictly advise against it. Just have a candid chat with your doctor so both you and your partner feel safe.

I had a history of PCOS and was already overweight when I conceived, so I was extremely anxious. I didn't try to lose weight but focused on eating clean, home-cooked food and doing gentle 20-minute walks daily. Please don't do any intense exercises without your doctor's approval, just take it slow and steady.

Take my advice, don't test before your missed period date. It takes about 2 weeks after conception for the HCG hormone to be strong enough for a home kit. Do it first thing in the morning for the clearest result.

Focus on the days leading up to ovulation. Having intercourse every 2 days during your mid-cycle is usually recommended because sperm can survive for a few days inside. Keep it positive and relaxed!

If your cycle is 28 days, your fertile days are from day 10 to day 16 of your cycle. Keep it simple and try every alternate day during this time, no need for complicated calculations.