Mothers’ perceptions and experiences of caring for sick newborns in Newborn Care Units in public hospitals in Eastern Uganda: a qualitative study

Mothers’ perceptions and experiences of caring for sick newborns in Newborn Care Units in public hospitals in Eastern Uganda: a qualitative study

Abstract Introduction Mothers’ participation in the care of their sick newborns in Newborn Care Units (NCUs) has been linked to several advantages including earlier discharge, fewer complications, better mother–baby bonding, and an easier transition to home after discharge. This study aimed to under...

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Main Authors: Phillip Wanduru, Claudia Hanson, Peter Waiswa, Angelina Kakooza-Mwesige, Helle Molsted Alvesson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-07-01
Series:Reproductive Health
Subjects:
Mothers’ participation
Newborn care
Newborn Care Units
Uganda
Qualitative interviews
Observations
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-023-01649-1

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-023-01649-1

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