Afroza K., 25

Afroza Khatun is a resilient 25-year-old mother who lives with her husband, their 8-year-old son Arafat Hossain, and her husband's elderly parents in a family of five. Her husband is the family's only earning member, working as a construction laborer with a monthly income of approximately BDT 7,000, which is barely enough to cover food, education, and other basic necessities, leaving the family unable to afford the cost of hospitalization, delivery-related treatment, medicines, and investigations. After learning about Helpster Charity through a staff member of Life Care Hospital, the family sought assistance in the hope of accessing the urgent medical care Afroza requires. Despite exhausting their limited resources, they cannot continue her treatment without financial support. Without timely treatment, a post-dated pregnancy complicated by anemia may lead to fetal distress, reduced placental function, prolonged or obstructed labor, severe bleeding, stillbirth, and other life-threatening complications that could endanger both the mother and her baby.

The doctors have recommended a Lower Uterine Caesarean Section (LUCS) to ensure the safe delivery of Afroza Khatun’s baby and to protect the health of both mother and child. With timely surgical intervention and proper medical care, there is a high chance of a safe delivery, allowing Afroza to recover gradually and care for her newborn and family. This planned procedure will help reduce the risks associated with a post-dated pregnancy, including fetal distress, reduced placental function, prolonged labor, and other delivery-related complications. In addition, treating her anemia and providing appropriate supportive care will help reduce the risk of excessive bleeding, maternal weakness, and delayed recovery after delivery. Without timely treatment and proper delivery management, these complications may become serious and pose risks to both the mother and baby. Therefore, prompt medical intervention is essential to ensure a safe delivery and a healthy start for the newborn.