Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC)
This session focuses on the importance of Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) for preterm and low-birth-weight infants, emphasizing the vital role of midwifery and nursing in promoting this evidence-based practice. KMC, which involves skin-to-skin contact between parent and child, is known for its physiological, psychological, and long-term health benefits for both the neonate and the family. Presenters will highlight the role of midwives, nurses, and Pediatric specialists in fostering this practice and its integration into obstetrics, gynaecology, and neonatal care settings.
Subtracks:
Track 11.1: Physiological Benefits of KMC for Neonates and Mothers
Track 11.2: Educating Parents on Effective KMC Techniques
Track 11.3: Institutional Strategies for Sustaining KMC Practices
Track 11.4: Psychological Impact of KMC on Families in Neonatal Care
Track 11.5: Long-Term Health Outcomes of KMC Across Care Settings