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

• Main Authors: Phillip Wanduru (Author), Claudia Hanson (Author), Peter Waiswa (Author), Angelina Kakooza-Mwesige (Author), Helle Molsted Alvesson (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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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...