Topic(s): Maternal Nutrition
Location: India
Language(s): English
Audience: Mothers and caregivers
Programs: Interpersonal communication, Social and behavior change
Undernourished pregnant women give birth to small, low birth weight babies who are often born before time and are at high risk of illness and death. A husband has a crucial role to play in ensuring the health of his pregnant wife so that she has a safe delivery and gives birth to a healthy newborn. This handout can be shared with husbands to promote their involvement in supporting maternal nutrition.