ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2022
Benefits of Kangaroo Mother Care on the Physiological Stress Parameters of Preterm Infants and Mothers in Neonatal Intensive Care.
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- Impact of the Kangaroo mother care method on weight gain in premature newborns: systematic review.BMC pediatrics · 2025Pooled it
- "Short-term effects of a single kangaroo mother care session on urinary allantoin and maternal-infant bonding in preterm neonates: a quasi-randomized controlled trial".Scientific reports · 2026Trial
- Comparative efficacy of two kangaroo care scheduling methods on depressed mood and mental health in birthing parents of preterm infants: a randomized clinical trial.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Trial
- Effects of home-based integrated sensory stimulation program to preterm infants on parents' depression and anxiety: a randomized controlled trial.Global health action · 2025Trial
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- Lived Experiences of Mothers With Preterm Infants Providing Kangaroo Mother Care.Nursing open · 2026Article
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations for anti-racist, equity-focused NICU family mental health.Journal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association · 2026Review
- Effectiveness of Sucrose Versus Breast Milk as Non-Pharmacological Measures in the Management of Neonatal Pain: A Systematic Review.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Role of Maternal Mindfulness in Longitudinal Mother-Infant Neuroendocrine Reciprocity in an Urban, Low-Income White Sample.Developmental psychobiology · 2026Article
- Preterm Infant Brain Injury: Parental Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice.Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research · 2026Article
- Differential Maternal Physiological Stress Responses During Rooming-In: High Stress in Newborn Sleeping versus Relief in Breastfeeding.International journal of women's health · 2026Article
- Interventions to support postpartum health and well-being of parents with infants in neonatal intensive care units: a scoping review.Frontiers in health services · 2026Review
- Timing of First Cuddling After Preterm Birth Improved Over Five Decades, While Delays Were Linked to Negative Maternal Experiences.Acta paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992) · 2026Article
- Developmental care for preterm infants: a scoping review of interventions, outcomes, and implementation contexts.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Review
- Role of maternal sound stimulation in the NICU: improving outcomes for newborns and their families.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Review
- Experiences and Perceptions of Hospital to Home Transitional Care for Parents of Premature Infants in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Qualitative Meta-Synthesis.Nursing open · 2025Review
- Kangaroo Method Care: Benefits, Proponents and Barriers: A Narrative Review.Iranian journal of public health · 2025Review
- Post-Discharge Trajectories of Romanian Premature Infants: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Associated Factors.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Translating OMWaNA Trial Findings and Exploring Wider Implications for KMC in Neonatal Care.Pediatric discovery · 2025Article
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Abstract
It is well documented that the stress of separation of mother and baby can lead to short-term physiological instability as well as neurological, sociological or psychological consequences that may last a lifetime.
objectiveThe goal was to estimate the effect of kangaroo mother care (KMC) on physiological and biochemical parameters of preterm infant stress and maternal stress in neonatal intensive care.
methodsThe investigation involved 112 preterm infants. Two groups were compared according to the mean duration of KMC during 12 days of study: the KMC group (mean duration more than 90 min daily) and the control group (less than 90 min).
resultsKangaroo mother care for more than 90 min on average per day in preterm infants is associated 12 days after the intervention with lower mean cortisol levels (
conclusionsThis study suggests that KMC can be used to improve the stress of preterm infants and their mothers, and that the greater weight gain observed in these preterm infants could contribute to a shorter average hospital stay and lower healthcare expenditure.
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