Perception and experiences of adolescent mothers and communities in caring for their preterm babies: findings from an in-depth study in rural Bangladesh

• Main Authors: Shumona Sharmin Salam (Author), Ahmed Ehsanur Rahman (Author), Shema Mhajabin (Author), Tapas Mazumder (Author), Tamanna Majid (Author), Md. Taqbir Us Samad Talha (Author), Rajib Haider (Author), Anika Tasneem Chowdhury (Author), Sharmin Islam (Author), Shafiqul Ameen (Author), Sabrina Jabeen (Author), Julie Balen (Author), Shams El Arifeen (Author), Quamrun Nahar (Author), Dilly OC Anumba (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background A significant concern for Bangladesh is the high prevalence of adolescent pregnancy and the associated negative consequences for mother and baby, including a teen-related increased risk of preterm birth (PTB). Bangladesh also has one of the highest incidences of PTB (19%). Despit...