Preconception Care in Belize

Guidelines

In 2015, the Minstry of healt of Belize developed the Preconception care and obstetrics guidelines for primary health care within the continuum of care. Several national consultations were conducted to get feedback from providers representing public and private health sectors. The objective of the guidelines is to have a standardized approach towards preparing for pregnancy and pregnancy and puerperium related issues.  Each topic outlines the tasks to be done at primary health care facilities before referral for specialized care. It is expected that all sectors utilizes these guidelines when providing basic services for women in reproductive age and during pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium period.  

The guidelines were prepared with technical and financial assistance provided by the European Union, and the Pan American Health Organization.