The National Integrated Maternal and Perinatal Care Guidelines (IMPCGs) are expected to introduce reforms in the areas of respectful maternity care, maternal mental health and intimate partner violence.

For women across the country, this is a significant step toward ensuring that their health and well-being are prioritized and protected.

We spoke to Simone Honikman, founder and director of the Perinatal Mental Health Project (PMHP).