UAE: Family nurses come to rescue mothers struggling with newborn care – News

Medical experts explain some of the key services that help new parents through baby’s first weeks

While everyone is ready to congratulate a new mom after giving birth, few realize what kind of help she desperately needs.

For many UAE expats – most of whom do not have the support of older family members – parenthood can be overwhelming, especially in the first weeks and months of a newborn’s life.

Alka Uttamchandani, general manager of Emirates Home Nursing, said the challenge had created a strong demand for midwives and home nurse services.

“When a mother comes home with a newborn, she looks to her family for warmth, support and care. Mothers raising a newborn alone can be stressful, given that there is a lot of uncertainty about what is right for the newborn It’s huge,” Uttamchandani explained.

In the case of twins and triplets, the weight of responsibility and anxiety can even double or triple.

“As a mother of twins, I am lucky to have my mother’s family here in the UAE to support me through this stressful phase of being a new mother, but there are several new mothers who regret being alone and home care is truly a blessing in disguise, especially for new mothers Or moms of twins/triplets,” says the expert.

With these circumstances in mind, many mothers are now opting for professional home care services, she added.

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Postpartum services for family nurses include baby care, breastfeeding tips, and lessons on how to cope with your newborn’s critical weeks after birth.

These professionals have specialized training in newborn development and help mothers master new skills.

Some key services include:

>> Diet management: A good diet is essential for a child’s growth and development. Nurses and professionals assist in consistent management of diet and food intake for mothers and newborns.

>>Physical and physical care: Mothers naturally need extra love and support during the first few months of labor. Home caregivers are trained to help mothers and newborns through postpartum pain, insomnia, and ongoing physical and routine checkups.

>>Health care: Hygiene is important for the healthy development of your baby. The team regularly supervises the sanitation and assists in bathing, massage, and disinfection of feeding bottles.

>> Breastfeeding Support: Breastfeeding is a wonderfully bonding experience for mother and baby. When done right, moms enjoy the warmth and tenderness of these peaceful moments.

>> Miscellaneous Support: Every mom has their own unique needs and requirements, so home care staff are staffed 24/7 to assist with newborn care so moms can get enough rest and finally get back to their daily chores with ease.