Usha Das

I remember being so anxious about this before. If it's within 3 days, emergency pills are usually what doctors suggest. Please consult a doctor immediately to be absolutely safe, don't rely on random advice.

Ideally, you should wait until the first day of your missed period to test. Testing too early can give a false negative because hCG levels take time to build up in urine. Use the first morning urine for the most accurate result.

Early morning urine works best. Just collect it cleanly and do the test on a flat surface. If you ever have severe one-sided pain or bleeding, skip home tests and go to the doctor immediately.

I had to take this injection because of some severe UTI, double the baby double the drama! It's totally safe as per my doctor, just get it done by a proper nurse so it doesn't hurt much.

For me, I only started doing squats in my second trimester after my doctor gave the green light. I used to hold the edge of a sturdy sofa for support so I wouldn't lose my balance. It really helped with my stamina, but please do what feels comfortable for you.