Mother Support Groups for Raising Awareness in the Community About Kangaroo Mother Care 
and Breastfeeding in the Era of COVID-19: Experiential Learning

Q4 Medicine Journal of Neonatology Pub Date : 2024-04-22 DOI:10.1177/09732179241234517
K. Sameer, S. Nimbalkar, Reshma Pujara, Dipen Patel
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Introduction: This article explores the establishment and subsequent challenges faced by a Mother Support Group (MSG) initiated in Gujarat, India, focusing on promoting Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) and exclusive breastfeeding, particularly amid the COVID-19 era. Methods: The methodology involved adapting to COVID-19 restrictions, utilizing online platforms for training and webinars, and collaborating with ASHA workers for community outreach. The MSG members received training on breastfeeding and KMC, followed by practical demonstrations and community visits. Although initial efforts were promising, the group’s sustainability faltered when key stakeholders withdrew, revealing challenges in maintaining community-driven interventions. Results and discussion: The article underscores the importance of sustained efforts in establishing and retaining parent support groups. The lack of comprehensive data collection limits the ability to evaluate specific outcomes, but we highlight the potential benefits of MSG, including improved breastfeeding practices and KMC adherence. We acknowledge the need for robust frameworks and standard operating procedures to enhance the sustainability of such initiatives, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and leadership in supporting disadvantaged newborns. Conclusion: We draw attention to the complexities of sustaining grassroots initiatives and call for further research to develop effective models that address the unique needs of marginalized communities, particularly regarding the care of preterm newborns.
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在 COVID-19 时代,通过母亲支持小组提高社区对袋鼠妈妈护理和母乳喂养的认识:体验式学习
导言:本文探讨了在印度古吉拉特邦发起的母亲支持小组(MSG)的建立及其面临的挑战,该小组的工作重点是推广袋鼠妈妈护理(Kangaroo Mother Care,KMC)和纯母乳喂养,尤其是在 COVID-19 时代。方法:方法:根据 COVID-19 的限制进行调整,利用在线平台开展培训和网络研讨会,并与 ASHA 工作人员合作开展社区外展活动。MSG 成员接受了母乳喂养和 KMC 方面的培训,随后进行了实际演示和社区访问。尽管最初的努力很有希望,但随着主要利益相关者的退出,该小组的可持续发展出现了问题,这也揭示了在维持社区驱动的干预措施方面所面临的挑战。结果与讨论:文章强调了持续努力建立和保留家长支持小组的重要性。由于缺乏全面的数据收集,评估具体结果的能力受到了限制,但我们强调了 MSG 的潜在益处,包括改善母乳喂养方法和坚持使用 KMC。我们承认有必要建立健全的框架和标准操作程序,以提高此类倡议的可持续性,同时强调社区参与和领导在支持弱势新生儿方面的重要性。结论:我们提请大家注意维持基层倡议的复杂性,并呼吁开展进一步研究,以开发有效模式,满足边缘化社区的独特需求,尤其是早产新生儿护理方面的需求。
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Journal of Neonatology
Journal of Neonatology Medicine-Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
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