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March 22 has officially been announced as World Pregnancy Day, a special day dedicated to celebrating the incredible journey of pregnancy and recognising just how much the very first imprints of life in the womb can shape the future of every baby – and the world.
Brought to life by the Prenatal Alliance, this global initiative aims to spread awareness about the importance of the beginning of life – from conception, pregnancy, and birth to breastfeeding – not just for mothers and babies but for families and society as a whole. It’s about more than just celebrating pregnancy, it’s a call to action to support expecting mothers, promote prenatal education, psychology, and health, and create a more nurturing world from the very beginning.
Why A World Pregnancy Day?
Pregnancy is a significant phase in a woman’s and baby’s life that deserves recognition and support. It is an experience shared by millions of women worldwide, yet there hasn’t been a specific day dedicated to acknowledging this important period – until now.
From the moment of conception, everything a mother experiences – her emotions, her nutrition, her stress levels – plays a role in shaping her baby’s development. Scientific research confirms that life in the womb has a profound impact a child’s long-term health, emotional well-being, and overall potential.
World Pregnancy Day on March 22 was created to highlight this crucial period, ensuring that expecting mothers receive the support, knowledge, and care they need. This day is not just about celebrating pregnancy – it’s about emphasising its lifelong impact and advocating for better prenatal awareness.
Recognising the importance of prenatal life should be a fundamental human right. A global conversation is needed on how to promote and integrate prenatal health as a public responsibility. By acknowledging prenatal care as a common good, we can unlock human potential and contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful world.
A Day For Mothers, Families, And Health Professionals
Whether you’re a mother, expecting couple, midwife, doctor, doula, therapist, or simply someone who cares about pregnancy and maternal health, this day is an opportunity to come together and raise awareness about how we can better care for the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social health of all mothers and babies.
The Prenatal Alliance, the organisation behind this initiative, believes that knowledge is power and is working on the global proclamation of World Pregnancy Day. They advocate for prenatal education, early bonding, and ensuring every woman and baby has access to the support they need before, during, and after birth.
How To Get Involved
To celebrate World Pregnancy Day, the Prenatal Alliance is hosting a 3-Day Prenatal Wellness Virtual Summit from March 21 to 23, 2025. This free online event will feature experts discussing key topics on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum health.
Topics include:
- How emotions during pregnancy shape your baby’s future
- The importance of prenatal bonding
- Nutrition and wellness for a healthy pregnancy
- Preparing for a positive birth and postpartum experience
Expecting mothers, partners, and health professionals are all invited to join! Videos from the summit will be available for a week after the event on the Prenatal Alliance’s YouTube channel, and with a small donation, you can get permanent access.
You can also support World Pregnancy Day by spreading the Universal Manifesto on the official website, sharing information with your community, and advocating for policies that prioritise maternal and prenatal education, psychology, and health.
About The Prenatal Alliance
The Prenatal Alliance is a non-governmental organisation based in Norway, dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of early life – conception, pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding – in shaping human development. Their mission is simple: to help create a world where every mother and baby receive the care, knowledge, and support they need from the very beginning.
Join The Movement
World Pregnancy Day is more than just a date on the calendar – it’s a movement to recognise and honour the incredible journey of pregnancy. Whether you’re an expecting mother, a healthcare provider, or simply someone who wants to support a better future, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful.
Visit www.WorldPregnancyDay.com and www.PrenatalAlliance.org to learn more, sign up for the summit, and spread the word. Let’s make pregnancy a time of joy, empowerment, and lifelong impact – together!
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