🌸 Second Trimester Checklist for Indian Moms (Weeks 13–27)
Welcome to the most comfortable phase of your pregnancy — where your baby bump starts to show, energy levels rise, and bonding truly begins. Here’s your easy-to-follow checklist, tailored for Indian moms!
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🩺 Medical & Health Essentials
• Schedule your anomaly scan (usually between weeks 18–22)
• Routine checkups: blood pressure, weight, sugar, and iron levels
• Continue prescribed Iron, Calcium, DHA & Folic Acid supplements
• Track baby movements from around Week 18 onwards
• Dental care checkup (pregnancy hormones can cause gum issues)
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🥗 Indian Diet & Nutrition
• Include calcium-rich foods: ragi, sesame seeds (white til), milk, paneer
• Eat iron-rich foods: dates, jaggery, leafy greens, beetroot
• Add seasonal fruits: mangoes, banana, guava, orange
• Use sesame seeds in moderation — they’re safe and nutritious now!
• Avoid raw papaya, excess caffeine, undercooked meats, and junk food
• Stay hydrated: 8–10 glasses of water daily
✅ Myth-buster: Sesame seeds do NOT cause miscarriage when eaten in regular food amounts!
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🧘♀️ Body Care & Movement
• Try gentle prenatal yoga or walking (only if your doctor approves)
• Use a pregnancy pillow for side sleeping support
• Moisturize daily to reduce stretch marks (coconut or almond oil works well)
• Wear comfortable cotton innerwear and maternity bras
• Avoid lifting heavy items or sudden movements
• Elevate your legs if you experience swelling
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👗 Comfort & Clothing
• Buy maternity kurtis, leggings, and comfortable sleepwear
• Use belly support bands if you feel lower back pressure
• Switch to flat, cushioned footwear
• Carry a small snack pouch in your handbag for sugar dips
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🧸 Early Baby Planning
• Start browsing baby products (swaddles, bottles, diapers, etc.)
• Make a list or start a baby registry
• Discuss nursery setup or sleeping arrangements
• Shortlist baby names — traditional, modern, or Vedic-inspired
• Plan your maternity leave and backup support at home
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❤️ Emotional & Bonding Activities
• Talk, sing, or read to your baby — sound starts reaching baby by Week 18!
• Start journaling your pregnancy journey or taking weekly bump photos
• Practice mindfulness, garbh sanskar music, or deep breathing
• Spend quality time with your partner and family
• Read Indian pregnancy books or trusted parenting blogs
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✨ This is your time to feel empowered and connected.
