Literal question
Sometimes it happens that children die. It may be painful to talk about and I am sorry to ask you about such memories, but it is important to get correct information. Have you ever given birth to a son or daughter who was born alive but later died?
Question post text
IF NO, PROBE: Any baby who cried or showed signs of life but did not survive?
Interviewer instructions
These questions on children who have died are extremely important and are among the most difficult on which to obtain accurate data. Some respondents may fail to mention children who died very young, so if a woman answers NO, it is important to probe by asking, “Any baby who cried or showed signs of life but survived only a few hours or days?” Some respondents may be reluctant to talk about this subject and may become sad or upset that you are asking such questions. Be sympathetic and tactful in such situations. Say that you know the subject is painful but that the information is important.
