In the face of alarming statistics from the Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) 2020 report, which shockingly reveals that 90% of institutional maternal deaths in Uganda are due to haemorrhage (45%), sepsis or abortion complications (21%), and hypertensive disorders (13%), an urgent transformation in postpartum care is not just a necessity but a moral imperative.
This proposal advocates for a strategic shift in postpartum care: replacing the traditional cotton and gauze pads with Bella Mamma Comfort Postpartum Underpads and Maternity Mesh Pants, both supplied by Moore Distributors. This change promises to enhance the early detection of post-partum haemorrhage (PPH), reduce infection risks, and improve comfort for new mothers. This innovative shift aims to safeguard the lives of mothers while redefining the maternal care standards in Ugandan hospitals.
Current Postpartum Care Challenges
In Ugandan hospitals, the prevalent use of cotton and gauze for post-partum pads has several drawbacks which include:
Infection Risk: The manual preparation of these pads poses an elevated risk of infection, contravening the Ministry of Health Infection Control Policies.
Inefficient Monitoring of PPH: Cotton and gauze pads are not sufficiently absorbent, making it difficult for healthcare providers to monitor postpartum bleeding. This is concerning given that PPH contributes to 80% of haemorrhage-related maternal deaths.
Discomfort and Healing Complications: For caesarean-section deliveries, these materials can adhere to incisions, causing discomfort and potentially hindering healing.
Proposed Solution: Bella Mamma Comfort Postpartum Underpads and Maternity Mesh Pants
Bella Mamma Comfort Postpartum Underpads advantages:
Optimized for Early Detection of PPH: With an absorption capacity of 335 ml, these underpads allow for accurate monitoring of blood loss. Considering that a woman should not lose more than 500ml of blood post-delivery, this feature is crucial.
Sterility and Comfort Redefined: Produced under stringent sterile conditions, these underpads bring a new standard of care, significantly reducing infection risks and ensuring comfort for mothers in their most vulnerable moments.
Maternity Mesh Pants advantages:
Supportive and Healing-Conducive Design: These pants are designed to accommodate postpartum body changes, support the uterus in returning to its pre-pregnancy size, and reduce pressure on caesarean incisions.
Infection Control: The breathable material of the pants prevents the creation of an anaerobic environment, reducing the risk of bacterial infections post-delivery.
