Neonatal Health – Medico Talks

MONITORING DURING THE FOURTH STAGE OF LABOUR

An hour or two after delivery when the tone of the uterus is re-established as the uterus contracts again for expelling any remaining contents. These contractions are extended by breastfeeding, which stimulates the production of the oxytocin hormone. The First Two postpartum hour is the critical time of initial recovery from the stress of labour… Read More »

Enhancing Bonding and Health: Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC)

Introduction- Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is a special method of care for low birth weight (<2500gm) babies. As the name suggests Kangaroo Mother Care consists of keeping the baby in close skin-to-skin contact with his/her mother as practised by female kangaroo animals for their babies. Eligibility criteria for KMC: All babies of low birth weight,… Read More »