Mothers are the pillars of society; quite literally, we would not exist without them. Unfortunately, across the world, in both high and low-income countries, maternal morbidity and mortality rates are still unacceptably high. Why are we still struggling to ensure that every woman going through pregnancy, labour and delivery and postpartum recovery comes out the other end safe and sound?My guest on today’s episode is the visionary Dr. Jemimah Kariuki, a practicing OB/GYN and founder and CEO of Wheels for Life, an initiative dedicated to improving maternal health by providing essential resources and support to expectant mothers, particularly those in underserved and low-resource settings. Dr. Jemimah is also a wonderful mother of 2, beautifully balancing motherhood with her career in Medicine.She joins me for a compelling discussion on the critical importance of maternal health, offering both her personal and professional insights. In our conversation, we dive deep into the essential aspects of mother and child health, including prenatal, delivery, and postnatal care, and the role of community support in keeping mothers and newborns safe. We also offer practical advice on pregnancy wellness, emotional health, and managing the challenges of motherhood, as well as professional perspectives on financial preparedness for the journey towards motherhood. We also touch on the notion of a decent work-life balance for mothers who are also building careers.This is a necessary discussion, not only for new and expectant mothers but also for their partners, family and friends. Tune in to understand why maternal health a crucial pillar for healthy societies and learn how even small, informed actions can make a significant difference. Dr. Jemimah Kariuki Gichuhi is an Obstetrician/Gynaecologist and the Founder & CEO Wheels for Life, which is a healthcare initiative that provides pregnant women in underserved communities with emergency transportation and access to essential maternal care. During the COVID19 pandemic she organised an ambulance service which enabled pregnant women to safely access maternity care. Her hard work and massive impact through this initiative led her to being listed as one of the BBC's 100 Women in 2020. Connect with Dr. Jemimah Kariuki on social media @drjemimah_kariuki Connect with Wheels for Life on social media @wheelsforlifebydrjemimah How can you support this podcast? Subscribe & Rate this episode, Share & leave a comment. Find the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.claire.kinuthia-CTRH Continue the conversation with me on: Instagram https://instagram.com/dr.claire.kinuthia?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.claire.kinuthia?_t=8fV6A1bom0c&_r=1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dr.claire.kinuthia?mibextid=LQQJ4d