What are the phases of pregnancy?

They are simply called the first, second, and third trimesters. In our family, we focused on simple home-cooked meals, daily short walks, and saving up for the delivery costs. Keep things practical, eat well, and don't overcomplicate the stages.

In my experience, the second trimester is the most beautiful phase as the early morning sickness fades away and you get your energy back. Enjoy each stage, eat fresh traditional food, and keep your mind happy and peaceful throughout the nine months.

The hospital we visited had a detailed guide explaining the developmental milestones of the three trimesters. It is very helpful to ask your obstetrician to clearly explain what body changes and tests to expect at each stage so you are fully prepared.

The three trimesters bring different hormonal changes, which can feel quite intense if you have pre-existing issues like insulin resistance. It is very important to monitor your blood sugar and thyroid parameters during each phase under a doctor's care.

From what I remember during my wife's pregnancies, the phases are: the sleep-all-day phase, the weird food cravings phase, and the 'get this baby out of me' phase! On a serious note, the three trimesters pass by fast, so just support each other and keep the doctor on speed dial.