By intervening at the right time in the appropriate way, we can manage complications, prevent illness, and reduce preventable deaths in newborns and mothers.
Newborn & Mother
Promoting health to reduce complications in newborns and mothers
Most pregnancies and deliveries go smoothly, especially when supported by proven interventions.
View all DataNewborns and mothers can develop complications despite all best efforts to prevent them; being prepared to manage and support them through these complications can reduce the risk of death. Healthy, non-complicated pregnancies and deliveries can help ensure newborns and mothers thrive.
82.2%
global births attended by health professional
77.6%
global institutional deliveries
64.6%
women receiving at least 4 ANC visits globally
66.5%
newborns receiving PNC within 2 days of birth
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