Maternal health is a significant global issue, particularly in developing countries where limited access to healthcare can result in high maternal mortality rates. It encompasses various concerns during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, including nutrition, environmental exposures, obstetric complications, and family planning. International health organizations use education, increasing the number of health workers, and […]
Advanced maternal age refers to women having their first child at an older age, typically 35 or older. This trend is due to factors such as education and career opportunities. However, advanced maternal age poses health risks such as difficulty getting pregnant, higher risk of birth defects, miscarriage, gestational diabetes, stillbirth, premature birth, and high […]
Maternal deprivation during the first two years of a child’s life can result in extensive and irreversible psychological damage, including delayed emotional and intellectual development, aggression, and depression. Ineffective maternal response can also lead to similar symptoms. Factors such as young motherhood, postpartum depression, and lack of parenting role models can increase the chances of […]
Maternal serum screening involves two tests during pregnancy to indicate the likelihood of fetal birth defects. The tests are non-invasive and may suggest further diagnostic tests are needed. The first test involves a blood test and ultrasound, while the second measures different hormones. The tests do not prove the existence of birth defects but suggest […]
