Vrishti Pillai

I also panicked when I saw L-carnitine listed in some multivitamin ingredients early in my pregnancy. But my doctor reassured me that small amounts are fine, though high-dose supplements should be avoided. Just check with your gynac to be absolutely sure!

In our family, elders strictly tell us to avoid pineapple as they believe it is 'hot' for the body. However, my doctor said a slice or two occasionally won't harm. I still avoided it just for peace of mind, but always ask your gynac.

It can be so scary when your body acts differently. I had shivering in my first trimester, just wrap yourself in a warm blanket and rest well.

My mother-in-law kept bringing me all kinds of herbal powders, but in the first trimester, my stomach was already so upset! Ask your doctor first; you don't want to add any more weird tastes to your morning sickness right now.

My family always warns against taking any random pills, and they are right. My doctor strictly told me that medicines like Norflox TZ are not safe during pregnancy. Please consult your gynac, they will prescribe a safe medicine for your stomach.