Welcome to a new episode of Circling The Rabbit Hole Podcast. Joining me today is Ashley Muteti, founder of the Zuri Nzilani Foundation, which she established after the heartbreaking loss of her first daughter, Zuri, to complications following a late diagnosis of severe pre-eclampsia.
For those unfamiliar, pre-eclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure that typically occurs in the second half of pregnancy. If left untreated, it can lead to life-threatening complications for both mother and baby, making it one of the leading causes of maternal and infant mortality worldwide.
In our conversation, we highlight why every expectant parent, caregiver, and healthcare professional needs to be informed about pre-eclampsia. We’ll dive into the challenges of diagnosing and managing the condition, the importance of regular prenatal care, and how Ashley’s foundation is helping women navigate this dangerous pregnancy complication.
Ashely Muteti is a Communication and Public relations specialist in Nairobi, Kenya. In 2019, Ashely founded Zuri Nzilani Foundation, a non-governmental organization focused on maternal health advocacy in Africa, a mission that she is very passionate about, having twice survived pre-eclampsia herself. Through the Zuri Nzilani Foundation, Ashley is on a mission to raise awareness about hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, and to provide social support, training, advocacy, and research on this dangerous pregnancy-related condition.
Due to her advocacy efforts in Kenya, she was named Top 100 Kenyans in 2022 and is a nominee of the 2023 East Africa Youth Awards for championing Maternal and Child Health in East Africa. Through the foundation, Ashely hopes to transform maternal health in Africa through sustained sensitization and engagement.
Connect with Ashley Muteti on social media @ashley_muteti
Connect with Zuri Nzilani Foundation on social media @zurinzilanifoundation
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