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4 sie 2017 · Unang Yakap emphasizes the need to breastfeed within the first 60-90 minutes. It is during the early stage of breastfeeding when the protein and nutrient-rich colostrum is released. This gives the newborn baby protection against infections.
How are these steps performed? What can I do to implement the Protocol in my area of practice? Source: CHERG estimates of under-five deaths, 2000-03.
The goal of the Unang Yakap campaign in the Philippines is to implement this protocol nationwide to reduce the over 40,000 neonatal deaths each year, many from preventable causes. This document outlines the Essential Newborn Care (ENC) protocol, which consists of a series of time-bound, standardized procedures to improve neonatal outcomes.
Essential Intrapartum Newborn Care (EINC) or Unang Yakap is more important than ever, in protecting mothers and newborns–especially among mothers who are suspected or confirmed for COVID-19 exposure or infection.
Known also as “The First Embrace” (Unang Yakap), EINC is designed to promote evidence-based care eliminating stereotyped newborn care practices such as unnecessary suctioning and bathing instead of carrying out a step-by-step time bound interventions. The old routine care prohibits early mother and child skin-to-skin contact.
The document outlines the Unang Yakap campaign in the Philippines to promote the Essential Newborn Care (ENC) protocol. ENC is a simple, evidence-based protocol that can prevent at least 50% of neonatal deaths without additional costs.
Newborn Care (EINC) Essential Intrapartum and Newborn care (EINC) is a package of evidence-based practices recommended by the Department of Health (DOH), Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), and the World Health Organization (WHO) as the standard of care in all births by skilled attendants in all government and private settings.
