Pabitra, Nepal

Although she has a one-month-old child, this lady is out picking vegetables in the rain near her house. There is no one else at home to look after her child, so her baby is resting in the house and she stays close enough to hear if he cries. She does not have any other family members who could help her and her husband has to work and so cannot help with the household tasks.

 

When I had my own child, I had to do a lot of work for my family. I had a problem finding time to take rest, because I had to work in school as well as at home. From my own experience, I can say that women who have to go and work in the field a month or two after delivery can face problems because of the work and the harsh weather. These days, however, pregnant women are supported more by their family and given suitable foods. People are aware that women should visit the healthpost for their check-up.

 

Pabitra B.K.

Mother and Schoolteacher

 

© Pabitra B.K. / PHASE Nepal / ODI / PhotoVoice

 

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