Eclipse & Pregnancy: Doctors Debunk Cleft Lip Myth, Emphasize Folic Acid

• Dr. Nalla Suresh clarifies that there's no medical evidence linking eclipses to cleft lip in babies.
• Cleft lip is a genetic defect, often caused by lack of proper nutrition, especially Folic Acid deficiency, during pregnancy.
• Superstitions about eclipses causing disabilities are medically false; an eclipse is a natural astronomical event.
• Delaying medical treatment for pregnant women due to eclipse fears can endanger both mother and baby.
• Hospitals operate normally during eclipses; regular check-ups and Folic Acid intake are crucial for healthy delivery.