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Our elders always say to avoid highly heating foods like raw papaya, pineapple, and excess saffron in the first trimester. Stick to simple, cooling home-cooked meals. But if you ever experience severe stomach pain or vomiting after eating something, skip the home remedies and call your doctor immediately.

Swimming is a great way to manage active levels and control blood sugar. Just make sure your doctor has cleared you for exercise, and carry a healthy snack for after the swim.

Don't waste money on multiple expensive emergency pills out of panic. Just buy a simple urine kit if your period is late, it's cheap and accurate.

A little bit of tomato sauce with your snacks is completely fine, dear. Just don't have too much of the store-bought ones as they have preservatives and can trigger acidity. Try making a fresh tomato chutney at home if you can.

God will keep you and the baby safe, dear. Just avoid taking any over-the-counter syrups and ask your doc first. Try to stay positive and take care.