Age Risk
| CARD 07 · YELLOW | |
|---|---|
| Category | Pre-existing |
| 108 | Not always required |
| Pathway | ASHA → Sub-Centre → CHC / District Hospital (for delivery) |
What is this?
A woman who becomes pregnant under 18 years of age or over 35 years of age faces a higher level of risk during pregnancy and childbirth. A body that is still growing — under 18 — may not be strong enough to support the pregnancy or recover from delivery. A body over 35 is more likely to develop high blood pressure, anaemia, and complications during labour.
This does not mean something will definitely go wrong — it means that extra attention and planning are needed from the very first day. The most important steps are: register early with the ASHA, attend all four ANC check-ups, and plan your delivery at a CHC or District Hospital where doctors are available if a complication arises.
- Register with your ASHA as soon as you know you are pregnant
- Attend all ANC check-ups — do not skip any
- Plan to deliver at a CHC or District Hospital — not at home
- Tell the doctor your age at every visit so they can watch for specific risks
Pathway: ASHA→Sub-Centre→CHC / District Hospital (delivery)
The risk runs from the first day of pregnancy until delivery and the early postnatal period. Women under 18 and over 35 are more likely to experience severe high blood pressure, severe anaemia, and complications during labour. Planning a hospital delivery is the single most important step — decide and prepare now, before any complication arises.
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Related cards
- Last Baby Under 2 Years — another pre-existing risk factor for early registration
- Blood Pressure High — older mothers have a higher chance of hypertension
- Previous Baby Died — overlapping high-risk categories