6 WEEKS PREGNANT

• In this image of the developing embryo, you can notice some big changes since the previous weeks.
• Your baby has now curved inwards, with the umbilical cord in the middle.
• You can see the baby’s head at the upper right side of the image.
• Small buds can be seen where the arms and legs will eventually develop.

While you may have heard about that pregnancy glow everyone keeps talking about, pregnancy acne is real too! As all the hormonal changes surge through your body, you're likely to experience oiliness and frequent breakouts. Using a pregnancy-safe face wash made with natural ingredients like tea tree and glycolic acid can help control pimples and sebum production. Try Mylo Tea Tree Face Wash , which:

• Gently cleanses & exfoliates.
• Fights acne & pimples.
• Controls sebum production.

Congratulations! The second month of your pregnancy has begun. This means, all of your baby's organs and body parts have started to take form. During this stage, your baby's heart is beating twice as fast as yours. (Your heart just skipped a few beats reading that, didn't it?) Along with the baby’s brain, their muscles, pituitary gland (the master gland) and bones are also growing gradually.

Here are some of the 6 week pregnancy symptoms you may notice:

• Swollen breasts : This is sign that you are getting ready for lactation. Keep your padded bras in the back of your drawer and bring out those comfy sports bras out.
• Frequent urination : This can be a bit irritating in the beginning! But here's a great tip: leaning forward while urinating helps in clearing out the bladder more. Once done, pace around your room for about 30 seconds, the rest of the urine will also come out. This will make your trips to the washroom less frequent.
• Tiredness : Drink at least eight glasses of water every day and focus on foods rich in fibre. It is going to make you feel much better and a lot less tired.
• Mood swings : The high level of pregnancy hormones can be blamed for the annoying mood swings. Be conscious and vary of these signs, and try to be calm.
• Nausea and vomiting : This is the healthiest sign of pregnancy in the initial weeks. You can have anything that your stomach can handle like whole-wheat crackers, cheese, curd, cereals etc. Focus on small meals that will give you essential carbs and proteins.

• With most of the week 6 pregnancy symptoms kicking in slowly now, you may feel strange at this stage and very very tired.
• This is also the time to watch out for any warning signs such as excessive bleeding or severe pain in the lower abdomen.
• By now you would most probably have identified a gynaecologist.
• Keep track of these symptoms so you can discuss them with your doctor in the next visit.
• Eat a healthy and well-balanced diet in the initial weeks of pregnancy so that your baby gets all the essential nutrients.
• Try and have small, regular meals and avoid food items that make you sick.
• Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

Now the feeling of being pregnant must have been sinking slowly. Nutrition is essential during the initial weeks; therefore, it is essential to remain aware of what you eat and ensure your diet has ample essential nutrients. Today we will share a Navratan Korma recipe filled with nutrients like iron, folate, and many vitamins. Therefore, you can relish this recipe with ample healthy vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, potatoes, green beans, cauliflower, and bell peppers)

• 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk

• Two tablespoons oil

• One teaspoon of cumin seeds

• Two bay leaves

• Two cinnamon sticks

• Two cardamom pods

• Two cloves

• One teaspoon of ginger paste

• One teaspoon of garlic paste

• One teaspoon of green chili paste (optional)

• One teaspoon of coriander powder

• One teaspoon of cumin powder

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)

• Salt to taste

• Two tablespoons of cashews, ground into a paste

• Two tablespoons raisins (optional)

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Method of Cooking

• Heat the oil over medium heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add the cumin seeds, bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, and cloves, and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.

• Add ginger, garlic, and green chili paste (if using) and sauté for a minute.

• Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for a few minutes until they soften.

• Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder (if used), salt, and sauté . for another minute

• Stir in the cashew paste, raisins (if using), and enough water to make a thick sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

• Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Enjoy your Navratan Korma! Stay tuned to our week-wise pregnancy nutrition series to stay fit and healthy!