Perception and practice of Kangaroo Mother Care after discharge from hospital in Kumasi, Ghana: A longitudinal study

• Main Authors: Nguah Samuel B (Author), Wobil Priscilla NL (Author), Obeng Regina (Author), Yakubu Ayi (Author), Kerber Kate J (Author), Lawn Joy E (Author), Plange-Rhule Gyikua (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The practice of Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is life saving in babies weighing less than 2000 g. Little is known about mothers' continued unsupervised practice after discharge from hospitals. This study aimed to evaluate its in-ho...