Kangaroo mother care (KMC) involves skin-to-skin care of a preterm or LBW infant by the mother or another caregiver.
Role in neonatal care
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Initially conceived as an alternative to conventional warmer care, KMC has become a standard of care as an alternative or adjunct to technology-based care.
Three components
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Kangaroo position consists of skin-to-skin contact for prolonged periods.
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Kangaroo feeding involves breastfeeding.
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Kangaroo discharge means early discharge as soon as the infant is stable enough.