What to REALLY expect in pregnancy with Dr Monika Sharma

Sophie is having a baby! Who better to discuss every step of pregnancy, symptoms and birth plans with NHS GP, content creator and fellow pregnant person - Dr Monika Sharma!In this episode, Monika shares why we experience morning sickness, where your pregnancy cravings come from and how important first trimester nutrition is. Plus, she reveals some of the wildest and shocking symptoms, discusses the infuriating ‘just you wait’ comments and choosing what type of birth you want to have. EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 I’m pregnant!!02:29 The realities of actually conceiving 07:50 Is feeling guilty normal?11:03 First trimester symptoms15:19 Why do we get morning sickness??18:14 The dreaded ‘just you wait’ comments25:54 How important is nutrition in the first trimester?29:00 What skincare is pregnancy safe??35:20 Is the second trimester as good as it sounds??40:30 Why does this happen to your nipples?!43:40 When are you supposed to tell everyone??48:00 Dealing with health anxiety 52:55 The NHS pregnancy roadmap 56:20 Telling your boss you were pregnant58:50 Vaginal birth v C-section 65:00 Third trimester symptoms Follow @lifewithdoctormonJoin the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way.Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichardsFollow @found.womenshealth