Birth Spacing is the downtime needed for a woman's body to rest between pregnancies. Healthcare providers advise a minimum of 18 months between each pregnancy to ensure the best health for mom and baby.

How does birth spacing benefit mom?

• Allows your body to heal and replace key nutrients

• Decreases possible complications with future pregnancies

How does birth spacing benefit the family?

• Allows time for money management and planning

• Allows time for family bonding

How is birth spacing accomplished?

• Explore birth control options

• Create a family planning strategy

What are the risks of not birth spacing?

• Premature birth (more than 3 weeks early)

• Low birth weight

Talk to your healthcare provider about your family planning options