Becoming a mother is an experience like no other—a feeling of indescribable love and wonder. During pregnancy, the mother’s womb becomes a haven for the tiny human growing inside her. Expectant mothers face various challenges during this time, both physical and emotional. However, a safe and healthy pregnancy is essential to ensuring the well-being of the child. Once the baby is born, the mother embraces the tiny hands and feels the warmth of motherhood. Despite the ups and downs, being a mother is an incredible journey worth every moment. Ultimately, the child yells joyfully, expressing his love and appreciation for the amazing woman who brought him into this world.
However, the circumstances in which the reverse occurs are not at all desirable. Does a woman who is pregnant or giving birth have to give up all of her aspirations and spend eternity in hell? Such incidents happen every day around the world. Our society has not yet made parenting safe.
Ninety percent of deaths occur in underdeveloped nations. This year, May 28th will be Safe Motherhood Day worldwide.
The World Health Organisation defines “maternal death” as a woman dying of obstetric problems within 42 days after a pregnancy ends. Even after the six-week or forty-two-day birth period, an obstetrician mother can pass away. Diseases that develop during pregnancy or childbirth may be fatal. Therefore, we cannot consider a woman’s life safe even after giving birth.
As per a UN statistic, a woman dies every two minutes from complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. Between 2000 and 2015, this mortality rate decreased; nonetheless, the necessary reduction rate did not materialise between 2016 and 2020. Pregnancy and childbirth should be one of life’s most joyful experiences for women, but unfortunately, that’s not the case for many. Countless women worldwide have to give up their dreams and face life-threatening consequences due to pregnancy or childbirth. Shockingly, every two minutes, a woman dies due to pregnancy or childbirth complications, as per a UN statistic. This maternal mortality rate is unacceptable, and it’s time to take action.
We must understand that the risk of maternal death doesn’t end after childbirth. Even after the 42-day postpartum period, an obstetrician mother’s life can still be at risk. Pregnancy- or childbirth-related diseases can be fatal, making them unsafe for women even after birth. It’s alarming to know that maternal death in underdeveloped nations accounts for 90% of all cases.
The good news is that we can make a difference. We observe May 28th as Safe Motherhood Day worldwide to raise awareness of this issue. We, as a society, must work together to make parenting safe for women. Governments worldwide must increase their efforts to provide access to quality maternal healthcare, especially in underdeveloped nations.
We must strive to ensure that every woman worldwide has access to safe, quality maternal healthcare. It’s our responsibility to make sure that no woman has to give up her dreams or face life-threatening consequences due to pregnancy or childbirth. Let’s work together to make motherhood safe, not just on Safe Motherhood Day but every day.
Every two minutes, a pregnant or delivering mother dies somewhere in the world. This tragedy is unacceptable. Despite a 34.3% decrease in global average maternal mortality over the last 20 years, 800 women still die every day due to complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. What should be a joyous experience turns into sadness day after day.
The world has failed to ensure safe motherhood, but we can make a difference. In our country, the Bangladeshi government has taken all necessary steps to provide healthcare for pregnant women and new mothers. However, we need to ask ourselves whether everyone is taking advantage of these services.
Let us work together to make safe motherhood a reality for every woman, regardless of where they live. We owe it to ourselves and to future generations to ensure that every mother has access to the care and resources she needs to bring new life into the world safely.
Child marriage is a grave threat to women’s health and lives. Pregnant girls who marry before the age of 18 face severe health risks. Their bodies are not ready for childbearing, and this increases the risk of complications and maternal death. We must act to prevent child marriages and protect these young girls.
Doctors warn that the situation is getting out of hand, and that early pregnancies are on the rise. These pregnancies pose a significant risk of bleeding during delivery, which can lead to death. We must take action to address this problem and ensure that young girls have access to education, healthcare, and other services to help them make informed decisions about their future.
The World Health Organisation, UNICEF, UNFPA, the World Bank, and the United Nations have released a report that highlights the leading causes of maternal death. The report notes that severe bleeding, infections, complications from unsafe abortions, and HIV/AIDS are preventable causes of maternal death.
Unnecessary surgery, unskilled home deliveries, postpartum haemorrhage, high blood pressure, infections during pregnancy, and unsafe abortions are significant causes of maternal deaths. We must ensure that skilled midwives attend home births to reduce the risk of complications. We must also ensure that women have access to maternal health services to reduce the number of deaths due to maternal complications.
In conclusion, child marriage is a serious issue that poses significant risks to women’s health and lives. We must take action to prevent child marriages and support young girls in making informed decisions about their future. We must also ensure that women have access to maternal health services to reduce the number of deaths due to maternal complications. Together, we can make a difference and save lives.
Several things contribute to Bangladeshi maternal mortality. The most common reasons include bleeding (31%), eclampsia (24%), indirect reasons (20%), unclear reasons (8%), issues during abortion (7%), other causes (7%), and unethical labour, accounting for 3% of maternal deaths.
Most people should be aware of this. The wife and husband should plan together before pregnancy. Should it be necessary, see a doctor. Pregnant women should receive particular care during their pregnancies. Mentally, you have to believe in him and understand his ideas. Please try to keep him smiling as much as possible so that he can continue to have good mental health. Recall that you should start having kids when you are twenty.
May safe motherhood be a guarantee for all women worldwide.