Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period. Each stage should be a positive experience, ensuring women and their babies reach their full potential for health and well-being. Although important progress has been made in the last two decades, about 287 000 women died during and following pregnancy and childbirth in 2020. This number is unacceptably high. The most common direct causes of maternal injury and death are excessive blood loss ... Learn about healthy eating and physical activity during pregnancy to gain the right amount of weight and avoid health problems for you and your baby. REGISTRATION Register yourself at the nearest health facility as soon as pregnancy is detected. Pregnancy begins after implantation and lasts about 40 weeks. Knowing what to expect can help protect your health and the baby’s health. Many factors can affect a pregnancy. Women who receive an ...
