Could you imagine having to give birth without any medical attention and if any complications arise, you will have to literally walk while in labor to the nearest help? This is common for Africa women, as they have no choice but to give birth at home without any medical assistance. In 2010, more than 170,000 Africa women died in pregnancy and childbirth due to lack of access to basic medical care. They are most likely to die from high blood pressure, breech births, and hemorrhaging. In fact, almost 4 million children under the age 5, die every year in Africa due to malaria, acute respiratory infections, diarrhea, and AIDS related diseases. Although some women in the United States prefer to have home births, most are surrounded with some assistants and if anything becomes critical, they have access to help. Unfortunately, African women are very limited to access and treatment, which can result in death for them and the child.
Although my mother was experiencing pain after birth, I am happy that if she needed assistants, it was in her reach. For these women it is almost impossible.
