Soumya Thakur

Oh, popcorn is my absolute lifesaver right now in my 3rd trimester when I can't eat large meals! It's light, crunchy, and doesn't give me crazy acidity. Just don't ask how much butter I secretly want to put on it!

Honestly, don't waste time checking the strip after the 5-minute mark, we don't have all day to sit and stare at it. If it says negative in the morning, accept it and try again later. If you are really confused, just get a quick blood test done on your way to office.

No, a pap smear is for screening cervical cells. For pregnancy, my hospital did a quick urine test and a beta hCG blood test. You can ask your clinic coordinator to clarify this for you.

Mujhe yaad hai jab meri pehli pregnancy thi, I felt so guilty resting. Par dadi ne bola tha ki normal cooking and chalna-phirna badhiya hota hai, bas seedhi chadhna aur heavy cheezein uthana band kiya tha maine.

Even with my heavy third-trimester brain, I know bleeding is an immediate red flag. Stop reading this, leave your phone aside, and call your gynac right now. Take care!