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As India faces rising temperatures and the possibility of extreme heat conditions this May, the impact of climate on health is becoming increasingly evident, especially for expectant mothers. With heatwaves intensifying across the country, experts highlight the need for extra care during pregnancy.

As India faces rising temperatures and the possibility of extreme heat conditions this May, the impact of climate on health is becoming increasingly evident, especially for expectant mothers. With heatwaves intensifying across the country, experts highlight the need for extra care during pregnancy.

Highlighting a broader reproductive health concern, Dr. Hrishikesh Pai, Consultant Gynaecologist & IVF Specialist, Lilavati Hospital Mumbai and Fortis Hospitals Delhi & Chandigarh adds, "The steady rise in temperature across the country is not just an environmental concern but a reproductive health issue. We are seeing extreme heat during the summer months for the last couple of years."

"This is making pregnancy more challenging for some women due to poor egg quality and implantation difficulties. As a result, we are seeing women with reduced chances of natural conception and a higher dependency on assisted reproductive techniques like IVF, where environmental and lifestyle factors are increasingly playing a role in treatment outcomes," he added.

With rising temperatures making pregnancy more challenging, Dr. Archana Dhawan Bajaj, Gynaecologist and IVF expert at Nurture IVF Clinic, shares essential tips to help expectant mothers stay safe and comfortable during summer.