Maternal and Newborn Care in the time of COVID-19

“The healthcare needs of women and their newborns don’t go away during a pandemic, they grow. The world needs well prepared midwives, nurses, doctors, and others who give care at birth now even more than ever. At these challenging times, the health workforce needs protection from the virus, the ability to protect others from the virus, and the ability to provide the highest quality care at the same time. We have gathered some resources that may be of particular interest to our trainers and implementing partners around the globe. Know that we are working hard to assist those of you who are looking for ways to deliver training remotely. Please check back frequently for updates.”

Cherrie Lynn Evans, DrPH, CNM
Director Helping Mothers Survive

Resources

• USAID – Collection of job aids for Maternal & Newborn Care during COVID

• Jhpiego – Operational Guidance for Continuity of Essential Services Impacted by COVID-19

• WHO – Handwashing to save lives in COVID

• Jhpiego – Personal protective equipment for health care workers

• WHO – COVID-19 app for health workers

• Maternity  Foundation – A guide to stop spread of COVID for healthcare workers

• ICM – Women’s rights during childbirth and COVID

• Jhpiego – Considerations for antenatal care counseling

• Jhpiego – Assessment of clients presenting for intrapartum care

• Royal College of Midwives – Compassion and Care during COVID

• WHO – Breastfeeding and COVID FAQs

• Jhpiego Responds to COVID-19