Pregnancy Anaemia Checker 🩸
Enter your haemoglobin and stage to check for anaemia by WHO cut-offs — with iron-rich Indian food tips.
Stage
A screening guide using WHO haemoglobin cut-offs — not a diagnosis or a prescription. Iron supplementation and treatment must be decided by your doctor. If you feel very tired, breathless or dizzy, seek care. Calculated on your device.
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Why anaemia matters in pregnancy
Your blood volume rises a lot in pregnancy, so haemoglobin naturally dips — but too low a level (anaemia) can leave you exhausted and, if severe, affect your baby's growth and your delivery. Anaemia is very common in India, which is why haemoglobin is checked at antenatal visits and iron–folic acid is part of the national programme.
What to do next
Use your latest Hb report above to see where you stand. If it's low, focus on iron-rich meals with vitamin C, and follow your doctor's advice on supplements — never self-prescribe iron doses. You can also explore the government maternity schemes and benefits that support antenatal care.
FAQs
- What haemoglobin is considered anaemia in pregnancy?
- The WHO defines anaemia in pregnancy as haemoglobin below 11 g/dL in the first and third trimesters, and below 10.5 g/dL in the second trimester. Below 12 g/dL is used for non-pregnant women. This tool applies the right cut-off for your stage.
- How can I raise my haemoglobin naturally?
- Eat iron-rich foods — leafy greens, ragi, dals and chickpeas, jaggery, dates and sesame — and pair them with vitamin C (lemon, amla, tomato) to absorb more iron. Avoid tea and coffee with meals, as they block absorption. Take any iron–folic acid supplement exactly as your doctor advises.
- Is anaemia in pregnancy dangerous?
- Mild anaemia is very common and usually managed with diet and supplements. Moderate or severe anaemia needs medical attention, as it can affect you and your baby. If your result is low, or you feel very tired, breathless or dizzy, see your doctor.