Abstract

A REVIEW ARTICLE ON WOMEN’S HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY

Tanvi P. Punjarwar* and Prof. Suraj P. Ra jurkar

ABSTRACT

Pregnancy is a transformative phase in a woman’s life, requiringcareful attention to her physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing to ensure the health of both the mother and the developing fetus.Achieving optimal maternal health involves addressing nutritionalrequirements, managing pre existing medical conditions, and makinglifestyle adjustments to minimize risks. Essential factors influencingmaternal health include access to prenatal ca re, strong social supportsystems, and education on healthy behaviors. Common complicationssuch as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and anemia require earlyidentification and management. Mental health is equally important, asconditions like anxiety a nd depression can adversely impact bothmaternal and neonatal outcomes.

Keywords: Women’s health, pregnancy, gestational health, health care access, maternal outcomes.