Why Giving Birth Is Still Dangerous ? l Isra Chaker

For International Women’s Day, we talk about something people rarely say out loud: giving birth is still dangerous. This episode explores why maternal health is still a global issue and how we can do better for women everywhere.Joining us is the CEO of Every Pregnancy, Isra Chaker. You can learn more about Every Pregnancy at www.everypregnancy.org In this episode: 00:00 Intro02:50 Why Giving Birth Is Still Dangerous Today08:50 The Most Common Complications During Childbirth11:00 Why Where You’re Born Can Determine If You Survive Pregnancy14:30 What Can Actually Be Done to Save Mothers20:40 Inside Every Pregnancy: A New Global Approach26:28 Debunking the Myth: This Would Never Happen to Me27:50 The Reality of Maternal Healthcare Around the World36:15 Untold Stories From Pakistan to the United States39:00 A New Model for Supporting Mothers Globally48:55 The Stigma and Pressure Around Pregnancy55:25 Advice for Men: How to Be Better Allies58:58 How We Can All Help