Caring for pregnant women during natural disasters

USE SMALL, QUALITY NOT SO GOOD: Life goes on: Mothers with their babies and toddlers settling in at a temporary shelter - even during times of crisis, women do not stop becoming pregnant and giving birth.

In the face of a disaster like Typhoon Haiyan, matters like sexual and reproductive health fall by the wayside as survivors focus on simply living day to day. One inspirational project is hoping to change that by helping governments and medical personnel support women and girls in the midst of any crisis.

UNDER normal conditions, a pregnant women wouldn’t worry much about her delivery; after all, in most urbanised areas, she would have access to a hospital, expert staff and all the necessary equipment when the time comes.