Bengal rural hospital gives festive touch to maternity care

A hospital in a small town in Bengal, India, threw a special party.

The party was for almost 50 mothers who are going to have babies.

It is called a baby shower, and it is an old tradition in their culture.

Before the party, doctors checked that the mothers were healthy.

The mothers enjoyed a tasty meal with rice, vegetables, paneer, chhena, and sweets.

Each mother also received an apple as a gift.

The leaders of the hospital wanted to show respect to the mothers.

They also wanted to teach everyone about eating healthy food while expecting a baby.

Good nutrition helps both the mother and the baby grow strong.

The hospital plans to add better facilities and more doctors in the future.