BMC Health Services Research
Improving kangaroo mother care in a rural Kenyan hospital: a multi-component implementation strategy to strengthen neonatal care delivery
Abstract Background Neonatal mortality remains a leading contributor to under-five mortality globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is an effective, low-cost intervention for improving outcomes among preterm and low birth weight infants; however, implementation remains inconsistent in resource-limited settings. Methods We conducted a quality improvement study at a rural Kenyan hospital using three sequential six-week cycles. Interventions addressed key barrier …