In Ethiopia, Maternity Waiting Homes are transforming maternal health, offering pregnant women a safe place to stay before giving birth—especially in remote areas where access to healthcare is limited. With UNFPA’s support, these homes have helped facilitate 140,000 safe deliveries in 2024, preventing countless maternal deaths and ensuring more mothers and babies survive and thrive. By providing essential care, medical supervision, and a supportive environment, Maternity Waiting Homes are a proven solution in the fight against maternal mortality.

Watch how these homes are giving mothers the chance for a safer, healthier future. Because every mother deserves a safe birth.