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How much it actually costs to give birth in Kenya

C-sections or other emergency procedures won’t cost the same as normal deliveries (Photo: Shutterstock)

The charges incurred for deliveries in Kenya are still a huge topic of concern. It matters a lot because the care a patient receives during that crucial period makes a huge difference in securing both the mother and child’s health.

The cost of healthcare services has caused a shift in the number of couples who are choosing to have babies. Some are now deciding to have children later in life, which comes with its own challenges such as high-risk pregnancies and others prefer to skip on that altogether.

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