The Lasting Health Impact of Childbirth: Millions of Women Affected
A global review of maternal health has found that over 40 million women worldwide experience lasting health issues after childbirth, with one in three new mothers affected. The study highlights the underappreciation and neglect of common postnatal problems such as pain during sex, low back pain, anxiety, depression, and urinary incontinence. Researchers call for greater recognition and effective care throughout pregnancy and childbirth to prevent and address these conditions. The lack of attention to maternal health contributes to the failure of many countries to reduce maternal deaths.