New Delhi, May 14 -- While prenatal care is crucial, not all pregnant women have equal access to it. Barriers like lack of awareness, transportation issues, financial constraints and social stigma can prevent women - especially in low-resource areas - from seeking timely care.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Kanupriya Jain, Senior Consultant - Gynecologist at Cloudnine Group of Hospitals in Ludhiana, shared that the solutions include:

Dr Kanupriya Jain asserted, "Empowering all women - regardless of their background - with access to prenatal care is not just a healthcare issue, it is a social responsibility."

True empowerment doesn't end at childbirth. Dr Kanupriya Jain opined that a well-informed woman is also better prepared fo...