Dr. Sreeja Rani V R, is a consultant, obstetrics and gynaecology at Manipal Hospital, Whitfield.
Giving birth is a beautiful process. No mum can explain in words the magical miracle of finally witnessing those tiny fingers and toes. However, in the run-up to this moment of joy, expectant mums have to change their eating habits to a great extent—completely giving up alcohol, raw eggs, and artificial sweeteners to ensure that the new life in