Complications of childbirth

Complications of labour in childbirth
Complications of the puerperium
Difficulties in giving birth
Hard labor during birthing

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Complications of childbirth may include prolonged labour, breech delivery, cord prolapse, aspiration, and birth injuries, premature labour and multiple pregnancies.

Labour becomes even more difficult if the mother's pelvic organs, bones, or tissues are malformed, if the foetus is malpositioned, or if the mother lacks sufficient force to help expedite the foetus through the birth canal.

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Globally, an estimated 295,000 women died from complications of childbirth in 2017, with 94% of these deaths occurring in low- and lower-middle-income countries, according to the World Health Organization. Severe complications such as postpartum hemorrhage, sepsis, and obstructed labor contribute significantly to maternal morbidity and mortality, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, where access to skilled care is limited.
In 2020, in Uttar Pradesh, India, a 28-year-old woman died from postpartum hemorrhage after giving birth in a rural clinic lacking adequate blood transfusion facilities, highlighting the persistent risk of fatal childbirth complications in resource-poor settings.

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Complications of childbirth are a critical issue that demands urgent attention. Every year, countless women face life-threatening conditions during and after delivery, often due to inadequate healthcare access and resources. These complications not only endanger mothers but also impact newborns, families, and communities. It is imperative that we prioritize maternal health, invest in comprehensive prenatal care, and ensure that every woman receives the support she needs. Ignoring this problem is unacceptable; lives depend on our action.

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While childbirth complications can occur, they are often exaggerated in discussions about maternal health. With advancements in medical technology and prenatal care, the vast majority of births are safe and uneventful. Focusing excessively on complications can instill unnecessary fear in expectant parents. Instead, we should celebrate the miracle of childbirth and the resilience of women, rather than fixating on rare negative outcomes that, in the grand scheme, do not represent the overall experience of childbirth.

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