The Prevention of Anaemia among Pregnant Women: A Literature Review

Abstract

Background: Anaemia is a serious problem and has a negative impact on pregnancy. WHO reported that 40% of pregnant women in the world are anaemic. This review aimed to identify evidence-based prevention of anaemia among pregnant women.

Method: This is a literature review. Articles searching were conducted from a number of electronic databases including Science Direct, PubMed, Springer Link, Sage pub, and Google Scholar from 2016-February 2022. Researchers used the PRISMA method.

Result: Ten studies were included in the final analysis (three cross-sectional, one RCT, six quasi-experiments). Two studies discussed the efficiency of supplements in expecting mothers, two studies discussed the effectiveness of Moringa leaves, and six studies discussed the effectiveness of health education on preventing anaemia in pregnancy.

Conclusion: Iron supplementation, multi micronutrient supplementation, giving Moringa leaf biscuits along with iron supplementation, and providing health education are effective ways to prevent anaemia in pregnancy.