This year’s State of the World’s Mothers report highlights which countries are doing the best – and which are worst – at reaching children with basic healthcare measures. It shows how millions of lives can be saved if children – especially the poorest – receive essential, low-cost care. It also looks at the survival gaps between the poorest and best-off children in developing countries. Please use the links below to download the 2008 State of the World's Mothers Report.

State of the World's Mothers 2008 Full Report [PDF, 982 Kb]

State of the World's Mothers 2008 Executive Summary [PDF, 236 Kb]

Fact Sheet 1 [PDF, 185 Kb]
This fact sheet gives details on the key indicators of women’s and children’s well-being used in the Mothers Index and offers examples of disparities between the best and worst countries.

Fact Sheet 2 [PDF, 39.8]
This fact sheet gives information on the Basic Health Care Report Card.

Fact Sheet 3 [PDF, 110 Kb]
This fact sheet details how Save the Children is working to make life better for mums and their babies.

If you'd like to receive the latest physical copy of State of the World Mother's Report, email info@savethechildren.org.nz or call 04 385 6847.