Is a pregnant woman in her seventh month obliged to fast, and if not, what should she do?

The preponderant view is to liken pregnant and breastfeeding women to the sick; thus, it is permissible for them to break their fast, and they are only required to make up the days later, whether they fear for themselves or their child. This is supported by the hadith: "Indeed, Allah Almighty has relieved the traveler from fasting and half of the prayer, and pregnant and breastfeeding women from fasting." So, if a pregnant woman fears for herself or her fetus, she may break her fast and must make it up later. However, if she fears nothing, then fasting is obligatory for her. It is common for fasting to be difficult for pregnant women, especially in the final months, and it may affect the pregnancy. She should consult a trustworthy doctor regarding this.