International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nursing

A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF KANGAROO MOTHER CARE AMONG MOTHERS WITH PRETERM BABIES IN A SELECTED HOSPITALS AT TIRUPATI, CHITTOOR (DT), ANDHRA PRADESH

Ganga Devi TP1*, Rathiga C2, Ballola Nagamani

gghod.svcon@gmail.com

Kangaroo Mother Care, Preterm infants, Maternal knowledge, Nursing education, Neonatal care

Pregnancy is a wonderful event in a women’s life, however, various cultures holds different opinions. While some see as a holy act to bring a new life on earth. Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is one way to care for preterm infants who are clinically stable to help reduce the mortality rates of this group of infants. KMC is care of preterm infant carried skin-to-skin with the mother. Engaging in KMC stabilizes the infant’s temperature and enhances the production of maternal prolactin. Furthermore, KMC could become a standard preterm care internationally, including South Korea. Aim: To assess the knowledge and practice on Kangaroo Mother Care Methodology: The research design is a blueprint for the whole study before stepping into the real research various methodological approaches to be adopted for the study. The methodology of research activities indicates the general pattern of organizing the procedure of gathering valid and reliable data for the problem under investigation this chapter deals with the methodology for the study. Results: The above table shows that availability of health services had statistically significant association at 0.01 level (p<0.01), demographic variables like educational status of mother was statistically significant at 0.05 level (p < 0.05) and demographic variables like age, religion, occupation, type of family, family income, no or children in the family, weight of the preterm baby and type of delivery were not significant. Conclusion: The study demonstrates that a structured teaching program significantly improves Kangaroo mother care knowledge and practice among mothers with preterm babies. By empowering mothers with essential knowledge and skills, healthcare providers can promote Kangaroo mother care adoption, enhance mother- infant bonding, and improve preterm care outcomes. The findings support the integration of structured teaching programs into nursing practice, education and policy, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes for preterm babies.