More than 90 percent of maternal deaths that occur worldwide occur in Africa. Even In the developed world black women are at a greater risk of having complications during pregnancy than other races. This is unacceptable. Many of the deaths that occur are due to preventable causes… Hemorrhage, pre eclampsia, Malaria, Infections etc

Lack of information is one problem that women face during pregnancy. Some women do not get access to the information they need during pregnancy labor and delivery. The knowledge gap causes women to get complications that could be easily avoided.

This book was written to fill the information gap that exists in Maternal health especially in Africa. Women need specific information during pregnancy.

This book is made up of 6 chapters and covers the following areas. Preconception care, Pregnancy, labor, postnatal care, newborn care and frequently asked questions.