03/08/2026
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating women everywhere — especially the mothers who bring the next generation into the world.
But we also want to acknowledge something we cannot ignore.
Every day, nearly 800 mothers die from preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications, and millions of babies face serious health risks in their earliest moments of life.
These moments matter. They shape a child’s future health and development.
Many lifelong conditions, including cerebral palsy, can be linked to complications during pregnancy and birth.
That’s why maternal and newborn care matters so much.
We need to work towards a future where every mother has access to the care she deserves — and every baby has the healthiest possible start in life.
When we support mothers, we protect the next generation.