Meet Kyobutungi, an expectant mother from Uganda, eager to deliver her first child. She has had a smooth pregnancy up to now, having been reassured during antenatal visits that her baby is developing well. Kyobutungi heard there was a specialist in town accepting free consultations for all pregnant women and decided to double-check on the condition of her baby.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF), tells us, “Upon thorough and repeated scan examination, Kyobutungi was told that her child was safe and alive, but had presented the lower part (buttocks).” This means Kyobutungi will need a cesarean section in order to safely deliver her baby.
Kyobutungi and her husband are not able to afford this surgery necessary to safely deliver their first child. Kyobutungi is a professional teacher, though she is currently unemployed. Her husband, a teacher’s assistant, supports their family, along with three of his relatives, with the little income he earns.
For $160, Kyobutungi will receive a cesarean section to ensure a safe delivery.
Kyobutungi tells us, “I am hopeful that the procedure will be successful and I will be able to return home with a live baby.” Let’s help make this happen for Kyobutungi and her child!