A Tale of Two Births: Transforming Maternal and Newborn Health in Nepal
A look back at how childbirth in Nepal has changed since 2010, from a time of scarce care in remote regions to communities with birthing centers, skilled attendants, and mothers who can seek care close to home.
Niraj’s journey: Uplifting Maternal and Neonatal Health in Rural Nepal
Across some of Nepal's most rural districts, Niraj Bhattarai has spent his career bringing care closer to mothers and newborns, and now helps local governments invest in birthing centers that will outlast any single program.
Rebuilding Lives: OHW’s ongoing Relief Efforts in earthquake-affected Rukum West
When a powerful earthquake struck Karnali Province, One Heart Worldwide's team was on the ground within hours, setting up medical tents and safe birthing spaces so mothers and newborns in Rukum West could still reach care.
Sarlahi: A Story of hope and change
When local governments in Sarlahi began investing in their own health facilities, the change reached mothers directly: better-equipped birthing centers, trained nurses, and care closer to home.
Birthing Change in Myagdi: Overcoming Challenges through Community & Collaboration
"We never had such a health education program in our village." For new mothers like Soneeya in Myagdi, learning about safe pregnancy has changed what care looks like close to home.
From One to One Million: The Story of One Heart’s First Birth in Nepal
When a woman went into a difficult labor in a remote Baglung village, the men of the community carried her barefoot down a cliff to reach help, and Arlene Samen knew her work in Nepal was only beginning.
