India, Aug. 11 -- Pregnancy is a phase when one needs to be extra careful of their and the baby's health. During pregnancy, a woman's body goes through drastic changes, and it is essential for them to stay extra safe. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Astha Dayal, director of obstetrics and gynecology, CK Birla Hospital Gurgaon shared 8 things that women should avoid doing during pregnancy. Also read | Pregnancy guide: Key physical changes that occur during each trimester and expert tips on how to manage them

Needless to say, one should avoid alcohol, smoking and all nicotine products, even secondhand smoke or vaping aerosols completely in pregnancy. No amount of alcohol is proven safe in pregnancy; small amounts could also result i...