I want to spend as much time as possible with my children, so I always like to keep my beauty and fashion routines effortless... but still chic!

While I was pregnant, I had dozens of checkups. They covered everything from blood tests to ultrasounds, and I even had the option of attending birthing classes with my husband.

I can contribute, be valuable and grow in many ways, since my interests are so varied. That is very satisfying.

We can't end poverty if we fail to save the lives of our world's mothers.

When a woman has her first child in places like Africa, they're really young. They can be 12, 13,14, so their frames are really small, and they're usually malnourished.

For my wardrobe, I like to invest in classic pieces and pair them with more trendy new pieces and accessories each season.

Midwives and doctors play a crucial role preventing unnecessary maternal deaths. They educate women about nutrition, health and family planning. And they step in when complications arise.