PQCNC has been asked by the March of Dimes (MOD) if the PQCNC EHM groups would be willing to include a new MOD program in the effort to increase exclusive human milk rates in NICUs. The MOD module called "Close To Me" is designed to promote and support kangaroo care. The initial version of this module is designed with NICU infants in mind but MOD would like to modify this module (with PQCNC's assistance) for use in promoting skin to skin care in all newborns. There are presentations geared to families and providers. In addition to supplying us with the actual powerpoints, March of Dimes is willing to donate fliers and Close To Me Buttons to promote skin to skin efforts.
There was significant interest expressed by all centers attending the initial webinar in implementing the Close to Me program. A training webinar providing guidance in implementing the program was held this month and PQCNC and MOD are in the midst of coordinating the logistics of moving forward...
