Hey ladies! I'm sad to have to post about such a terrible thing but I'm doing it in hopes of preventing deaths. The…
Hey ladies! I'm sad to have to post about such a terrible thing but I'm doing it in hopes of preventing deaths.
The leading cause of death of women during pregnancy is VIOLENCE. There are several different types of abuse and they can all end up escalating into violence, which could be deadly for you and your baby. If you suspect your relationship is dangerous or headed down a dangerous path there is so much help out there for you!!! Here are the top hotlines:
1 (800) 799-7233 Domestic Violence
1 (866) 331-9474 Dating Violence
1 (800) 656-4673 Sexual Abuse
Helpful websites
Thesafetyzone.org
4woman.gov/violence/index.cfm
Endabuse.com
Ncadv.org
If you are in imminent danger please call 911. There are also local shelters everywhere. If anyone knows of more resources please post here, especially resources outside the states as these are mainly US resources.
If you are in a relationship and you are not sure of your safety, please call. You can also go online and take a test called a MOSAIC that pretty accurately can determine the safety of the relationship. Remember you are worthy of being treated with dignity and respect. I encourage everyone to comment on this as VIOLENCE IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN. It is also completely preventable when women get the proper support.
Please comment even if this topic doesn't directly relate to you. Let's to "bump" this topic to the top to save lives.
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Kimberly ·
Some examples of abuse... Not directly related to pregnancy, but that's besides the point. There are several forms of abuse too. Physical is not the only one, although for the point of the post, physical is a big problem. (Not to take away from the original post). Also, emotional and mental abuse, as well as financial abuse exist as well. Just something to think about. Stay safe preggies & mommas.
Jaimie Callison·
great chart!! ALL forms of abuse are dangerous for pregnancy
Jaimie Callison·
@kimberlyyyy, I'm so glad you shared the ecamples of abuse! i am reposting your pic!!
Kimberly ·
Please do. I posted it the other day but it's really good to continue sharing it.
Kimberly ·
This was my original post.
Jaimie Callison·
more examples of abuse. all of which qaulify as concerning and dangerous.
Ashley Huber·
Мама дочки (2 года), беременна (37 нед.)
I had no idea abuse was the main cause of death in pregnant women! :(
Jaimie Callison·
yep it's pretty horrific!! actually violence kills more women and children worldwide every year than malaria, car crashes, and Civilian casualties from war combined!! but the statistic for pregnant women in the states holds true, with violence being the number one cause of death more than car crashes and pregnancy complications