A fever, a persistent cough or a stomach infection can be worrying during pregnancy. As seasonal changes bring respiratory illnesses and mosquito-borne diseases, knowing how to reduce your risk of infection becomes especially important. But which illnesses should pregnant women watch out for, and what can they do to protect themselves and their babies?

We reached out to Dr Mansi Sharma, Consultant – Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Motherhood Hospitals, Kharadi, Pune , to understand why infections need extra attention during pregnancy and to learn about precautions women can follow in their daily lives.

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