Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research
A cross-sectional study assessing knowledge and practices of postnatal mothers on essential newborn care
Dr. Gokul Kumar K, Dr. Ramkumar Boopathirajan
JCDR. 2024: 847-851
Abstract
Aim: The aim of the present study was to assess knowledge and practices of postnatal mothers on essential newborn care. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out within a community with 100 postnatal moms and their newborns. Approval was obtained from the institute's ethical committee. A birth registration at each sub-centre was consulted to compile a list of postnatal mothers who gave birth during the study period and registered using convenience sampling methods
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