Training of Roma Health Mediators in Reproductive Health

Summarize the mediator’s important role in educating mothers and family members
about the newborn care.
• The mediator can educate mothers/parents about:
o The basic needs of a newborn
o The essential care of a newborn
o The importance of breastfeeding (which will be covered in the following session)
• The mediator can play a substantial role in:
o Maintaining the emotional support of the mother
o Helping mothers correct mistakes in newborn feeding and care
o Informing families about the 'alarm signs' and when to seek medical help.
o Encouraging mothers to take their babies to the family doctor on a regular basis
o Monitoring the baby’s health status and for preventive services (such as
immunizations).
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RFHI/JSI Romania Training of RHMs in Reproductive Health Session 8: Newborn Care