Intermediate
Technical
IVT
kangaroo mother care
Also written as: KMC — Kangaroo Mother Care
Skin-to-skin contact practice where the infant is placed on the parent's chest for thermal regulation and bonding.
Full Definition
Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is a specialized care technique involving continuous skin-to-skin contact between an infant and parent, primarily the mother. The practice promotes thermal regulation, facilitates breastfeeding, and supports parent-infant bonding. In NICU settings, KMC is implemented when infants are medically stable and can be safely positioned on the parent's chest.
Usage
Usage note: Often abbreviated as KMC in clinical documentation.
In Context
- "The care plan should specify duration and frequency of kangaroo mother care sessions." — NICU care plan documentation
- "Studies demonstrate improved outcomes when kangaroo mother care is initiated early." — Research publication
Also known as
skin-to-skin care
KMC
Don't confuse with
incubator care