Snigdha Mohapatra

Having read so many posts about this, I can tell you that most moms face headaches due to tension or hormones. A simple warm compress helps, but never take any painkiller without asking your doctor first.

If you have bad morning sickness like I did, eating dry toast or biscuits first thing in the morning helps a lot. Focus on bland foods like khichdi and boiled potatoes, and don't force yourself to eat heavy meals if you feel nauseous.

I asked my dietician at the hospital about mangoes, and she said they are great but warned me about the high calorie content. She advised me to have it as a snack instead of eating it with my heavy meals. If you have gestational diabetes, definitely consult your doctor first.

For me, it started showing around the end of the 5th month, so I could easily wear my regular office kurtis till then. Every body is different, so don't compare. Just buy some loose clothes in advance so you are comfortable at work.

Simply put, it means the baby starts growing outside the uterus, mostly in the tube. It cannot survive there and can be dangerous for the mother if not treated early. If u suspect this or have severe one-sided pain, go straight to your gynac.