In Sri Lanka, many children are born underweight and in ill health, a preventable manifestation of maternal malnutrition during pregnancy. Through this program with BGR partner Shraddha Charity Organization (SCO), 24 pregnant women from underprivileged families across Sri Lanka will receive monthly food support and vitamin and mineral supplements to improve their nutrition during pregnancy and nursing. Prior to delivery, each mother will also be provided with a set of maternity supplies, hygienic items, and infant clothing and supplies. The provision of food and supplies will help to alleviate the women’s financial difficulties and provide them with the foundation for a healthy pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period. The project will benefit 112 people, including 28 infants. Annually renewable project.
In Sri Lanka, many children are born underweight and in ill health, a preventable manifestation of maternal malnutrition during pregnancy. Through this program with BGR partner Shraddha Charity Organization (SCO), 24 pregnant women from underprivileged families across Sri Lanka will receive monthly food support and vitamin and mineral supplements to improve their nutrition during pregnancy and nursing. Prior to delivery, each mother will also be provided with a set of maternity supplies, hygienic items, and infant clothing and supplies. The provision of food and supplies will help to alleviate the women’s financial difficulties and provide them with the foundation for a healthy pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period. The project will benefit 112 people, including 28 infants. Annually renewable project.
