Frequently Asked Questions
4th month
Q Mother-to-be: Can you hear my baby heartbeats ?
A Doctor: Yes , of course it can be heard with Doppler. Now the baby is nicely stabilized in the womb. Baby’s skin is very transperant now. You will be surprised to know that the baby’s heart and changes in heart rate are associated with emotions & are also noticed in this month.
Q Mother-to-be: My friends said that my skin is glowing but my nipple colour is changing , is it normal?
A Doctor: Because of the stability of the foetus mother starts looking fresh and happy. As her appetite is always increasing , the food what she eats is properly digested. Don’t worry about the nipple colour as its not permanent. Also the stretch marks on your tummy will be seen , only take proper care of the hygiene.
Q Mother-to-be: Any more care for this month?
A Doctor: You have to start Iron and Calcium supplementation this month. Coconut oil massage to be done daily on the abdomen. Daily soak 2-3 almonds in water at night and eat them in the morning. If your doctor suggests to repeat the sonography and repeat blood test,do it.