Measures Taken for Spacing of Pregnancy as Performance Indicators of Family Welfare and MCH Care

Abstract

Adequate spacing of pregnancy results in reduced pathology of pregnancy namely,  Anaemia and its adverse consequences including blood transfusion hazards.  Hypertensive diseases and its complications including life-threatening eclampsia, myocardial failure, cerebrovascular accidents, HELLP and DIC.  Nutritional deficiencies.  Reduced incidence of IUGR, preterm labour, chronic foetal hypoxia.  Thereby leading to reduced caesarean deliveries along with operative adverse eventualities.Mother is psychologically and physically fit for the new born, financially ready and motivated for regular ANC care.The first child will have its due for full lactation, mother's undivided attention and well nourished.