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MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH CARE (MCH)

B. Natal Care

Natal care provided in Egypt 2014 was 70% (EDHS)

Objectives of the natal care
1. To assist the mother to have normal delivery.
2. Provide emergency care if necessary.
3. Safety for both mother and fetus.

Place of delivery:

1. In MCH centers; there is an internal section with a limited number of
beds for delivery of:
a. Registered mothers who preferred to deliver at the center.
b. Mothers living under poor inconvenient housing.
c. Mothers with mild difficulties.

2. Home delivery:

 Deliveries expected to be normal can be carried out at home by
qualified trained nurse midwife (assistant midwives) provided

with an equipped kit.
 Difficult cases can be referred to the center or hospital.

Home delivery

Advantages of home delivery

1. The mother feels happier in her home with her family around her.

2. The mother often does not want to be separated from her other
children and husband.

3. The family routine can easily be re-arranged when the baby is part
of the family from the beginning.

4. The mother will receive advice concerning her needs in her own
home.

5. The expenses are minimal.

6. Risk of cross infection is minimal.

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