Last Baby Under 2 Years
| CARD 08 · YELLOW | |
|---|---|
| Category | Pre-existing |
| 108 | Not always required |
| Pathway | ASHA → 4× ANC → Sub-Centre → CHC / District Hospital |
What is this?
When the next pregnancy begins less than two years after the last delivery, the mother's body has not had enough time to rebuild its strength, iron stores, and nutrients. The uterus, blood, and bones all need time to recover. Pregnancies spaced too close together increase the chance of anaemia, low birth weight, and a baby born too early.
The current pregnancy can still go well — but it needs extra care and monitoring from the very beginning. Take Iron and Folic Acid tablets every day, attend at least four ANC visits, and plan to deliver in hospital. Register with your ASHA as early as possible so that care can start straight away.
- Register with your ASHA as early as possible in this pregnancy
- Take Iron and Folic Acid tablets every day — do not miss
- Attend at least four ANC check-ups during the pregnancy
- Plan to deliver at a CHC or District Hospital
Pathway: ASHA→4× ANC visits→Sub-Centre→CHC / District Hospital
The risk is present throughout the whole pregnancy when the last delivery was less than two years ago. Anaemia, premature birth, and low birth weight are more likely. These problems can be caught and managed through regular check-ups. Regular ANC visits and a hospital delivery are the most important protections.
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Related cards
- Age Risk — another pre-existing high-risk category needing early registration
- Pale Eyelid and Nails — anaemia risk is higher with short birth spacing
- Previous Baby Died — short spacing may overlap with previous baby loss