
Support Safe Deliveries for Young Mothers in Rural Uganda
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Introduction
In Uganda, the harsh reality is that 13 women lose their lives every day due to maternal health complications. A significant factor behind this heartbreaking issue is the scarcity of essential supplies at health facilities, especially in rural areas. Shockingly, women are often expected to bring their own supplies for childbirth. Without these vital items, both mothers and babies face increased health risks and even death.
Our Mission
This is why Vital Care Connect passionately advocates for the provision of affordable, all-in-one birth kits. Join us in making a real difference in the fight for maternal health and the well-being of mothers and babies in Uganda.
The Birth Kit
At Vital Care Connect we are deeply committed to ensuring safe deliveries, especially in remote areas where access to healthcare professionals may be limited. Our meticulously assembled birth kits contain everything a mother needs for safe delivery, including sterile gloves, a clean plastic sheet, antiseptic wipes, soap, cotton wool, sterile gauze cord tie and receiving baby sheet and surgical blade for the newborn. With your support, we can make a real difference in the lives of mothers and babies in need. Join us in our mission to provide essential resources for safe deliveries!
Doreen's Personal Story
In the small village of Rugaaga, Ibanda District, 16-year-old Doreen once dreamed of finishing school and building a better future for her family. But when she became pregnant, her world changed. With no access to proper healthcare and no money for essential birth supplies, Doreen faces the terrifying reality of giving birth at home, assisted only by a traditional birth attendant who lacks the necessary skills and equipment for a safe delivery.
As her due date approaches, Doreen's fear grows. The risk of infection and complications is very real, and without help, both she and her baby are in danger. Sadly, Doreen’s story is not unique—thousands of teenage girls in districts like Ibanda face similar challenges. In fact, with teenage pregnancy rates as high as 35% in the region, many young mothers are at risk of suffering from dangerous and preventable birth complications.

How Your Support Will Help
Your donations will go directly towards:
• 200 birth kits for teenage girls, like Doreen, in the Ibanda District in Uganda
- Each kit is priced at $ 6.80 USD (25,000 UGX)
• Conduct Awareness Campaigns
- To empower teenage girls with the knowledge and support necessary to care for themselves and their newborns
Who Are We?
Vital Care Connect is a Uganda-based grassroots organization dedicated to ensuring that every woman receives the care she needs during maternity. Our mission is to guarantee that every woman, regardless of her background, receives the support and medical attention she deserves. Our network of healthcare professionals, volunteers, and community partners provides personalized care and education to promote healthy pregnancies and positive maternal outcomes.
A Personal Thank You
We at Vital Care Connect are incredibly grateful for any support you can provide. No contribution is too small, and every bit makes a difference. With your help, we can save the lives of young mothers and babies in rural Uganda. Together, we can ensure that every girl has the chance to experience motherhood in a safe, supportive environment.
Thank you for joining us in this vital mission!
Organizer
Fabienne Waanders
Organizer