BENGALURU: This Sunday night, the year’s second and final rare lunar eclipse will occur, transforming the full Moon into a reddish hue. Many people still have fears and superstitions surrounding eclipses, but science views them as natural celestial phenomenon with minimal impact on Earth.
From a scientific perspective, lunar eclipses are a normal occurrence and do not have any significant effects on humans. However, astrologers claim that eclipses can have a profound impact on pregnant women. But medical experts disagree, saying that eclipses do not affect pregnancy or childbirth.
According to Dr Padmini, a renowned gynecologist, there is no need to postpone deliveries or surgeries due to eclipses. Many pregnant women have requested to reschedule their cesarean sections or delay their delivery dates due to eclipse-related superstitions, but doctors assure them that it’s unnecessary. In fact, prolonged fasting during eclipses can be detrimental to pregnant women and their unborn babies, causing low glucose levels and potential complications, she cautioned.
Doctors recommend that pregnant women eat normally and avoid unnecessary fasting during an eclipse. They advise pregnant women to continue their normal routine without worrying about the eclipse. Pregnant women can ensure a healthy and safe pregnancy by separating myths from scientific facts.
