A birth defect, as defined by the March of Dimes is, "functional or structural, - that presents in infancy or later in life and is caused by events preceding birth, whether inherited or acquired". In India, due to epidemiological transition, a significant proportion of infant mortality could be due to birth defects that occur in fetal or neonatal period. Early detection of a developmental problem, right diagnosis and medical advice help the families resort to appropriate action and plan subsequent pregnancies.