MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH – BIRTH SPACING

Birth Spacing is the downtime needed for a woman’s body to rest between pregnancies. Healthcare providers advise a minimum of 18 months between each pregnancy to ensure the best health for mom and baby.

HOW DOES BIRTH SPACING BENEFIT MOM?

• Allows your body to heal and replace key nutrients
• Decreases possible complications with future pregnancies

HOW DOES BIRTH SPACING BENEFIT THE FAMILY?

• Allows time for money management and planning
• Allows time for family bonding

HOW IS BIRTH SPACING ACCOMPLISHED?

• Explore birth control options
• Create a family planning strategy

WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF NOT BIRTH SPACING?

• Premature birth (more than 3 weeks early)
• Low birth weight

Talk to your healthcare provider about your family planning options.