India, Dec. 7 -- Pollution levels in urban cities are rising at an alarming rate, and with no immediate respite in sight, vulnerable groups who face a higher risk of complications need to be extra cautious. Pregnant mothers are especially susceptible, since polluted air can negatively impact the body in multiple ways and even adversely influence the baby's development. So it becomes important for pregnant women to take practical steps to safeguard their health and their baby's well-being.

To understand what practical steps expecting mothers can take, HT Lifestyle reached out to Dr Pavan Yadav, director and senior consultant - interventional pulmonology, lung transplantation and sleep medicine, KIMS Hospitals (Krishna Institute of Medical...