Experience of Kangaroo Mother Care in Bangladesh

Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is recommended by WHO as an evidence-based intervention that is safe and can effectively reduce preterm mortality and morbidity. The aim of this study is to explore experiences of Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) among caregivers and healthcare staff in Bangladesh.

Details

Period: 2021-05-01 – 2024-05-01
Funder: Internal funding

Publications

Sjömar J, Ottesen H, Banik G, Rahman AE, Thernström Blomqvist Y, Rahman SM, Målqvist M. Exploring caregivers' experiences of Kangaroo Mother Care in Bangladesh: A descriptive qualitative study. PLoS One. 2023 Jan 23;18(1):e0280254. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0280254. PMID: 36689433; PMCID: PMC9870098.

Collaborative Partners

icddr,b i Bangladesh

Project members

Project leader: Johanna Sjömar