The incident was two years ago, on 2067/7/21. There was a girl named Pinky, who was married at the young age of 16. She was studying in class nine, and continued her study until year twelve. She became pregnant at the age of 21. Happiness started to come in her life. She used to go to the health post for regular ANC check ups, received the Tentus vaccine, and took iron tablets. The ANC check ups did not show any problems during her pregnancy. After one week after the expected date of delivery, she went to Baglung Hospital. Doctors called her after four days, but the Baby was in worse condition. She received an ultrasound at the hospital, revealing that the baby was already dead. She was referred to Manipal Hospital in Pokhara, where she gave birth to her still baby. Luckily, mother’s condition was okay. She survived this unforgettable incident in her life.

Written by Luxmi Kunwar, 21 years old, has been serving as a FCHV for one year in Resha – 8, Anchusmuni. She has one son, 2 years old, who was delivered at home with no complications.