KMC, which involves skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding, significantly improves a premature or low birthweight baby’s chances of survival.
Starting kangaroo mother care immediately after birth has the potential to save up to 150,000 more lives each year, compared with the current recommendation of starting it only once a baby is stable.
Keeping the baby constantly in skin-to-skin contact with her mother/caregiver
Providing wholesome nutrition and protection through exclusive feeding of breastmilk.
Adopting measures to protect the baby from infection.
Regularly monitoring the baby’s health and development parameters.
Mutual respect for all – the mother-baby dyad, their family and health providers.
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Community Empowerment Lab - Saksham
Mahesh Vilas Palace
Shivgarh, Raebareli District: 229308
Uttar Pradesh, India
Community Empowerment Lab
26/11 Wazir Hasan Road,
Lucknow: 226001
Uttar Pradesh, India
Phone: +91 522 4932314
Fax: +91 522 4932309