Using Helping Mothers Survive to Improve Intrapartum Care
Cherrie L Evans1, Rosemary Kamunya2, Gaudiosa Tibaijuka2
1Jhpiego, Baltimore, Maryland cherrie.evans@jhpiego.org.
Pediatrics
|October 2, 2020
Summary
Neonatal mortality is a growing concern. Improving obstetric and intrapartum care through evidence-based, on-site team training, like Helping Mothers Survive, significantly improves health outcomes for mothers and newborns.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Neonatal Medicine
- Medical Education
Background:
- Neonatal mortality constitutes an increasing proportion of under-5 mortality.
- High-quality obstetric and intrapartum care is crucial for reducing neonatal deaths.
- Obstetric complications like hypertensive disorders and obstructed labor are major causes of neonatal morbidity and mortality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of a skilled healthcare workforce in managing obstetric complications.
- To introduce and evaluate the effectiveness of the Helping Mothers Survive training program.
- To adapt training models for remote delivery in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Main Methods:
- The Helping Mothers Survive training program, modeled on Helping Babies Breathe, utilizes evidence-based, on-site team training.
- Training involves the entire provider team practicing with peers post-instruction.
- Focus on translating best practices for flexible, sustainable remote delivery.
Main Results:
- On-site, team-based training has demonstrated significant improvements in health outcomes.
- This approach equips the workforce with necessary skills to manage obstetric emergencies.
- The model shows potential for successful adaptation to remote learning environments.
Conclusions:
- Investing in workforce capacity for obstetric and intrapartum care is essential for reducing neonatal mortality.
- The Helping Mothers Survive program offers a successful model for improving maternal and newborn survival.
- Adapting training for remote delivery is vital for maintaining essential healthcare services during global health crises like COVID-19.
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