MOTHER AND INFANT HEALTH PROJECT
Healthier mothers, stronger ones.
We work for a safe and healthy start by supporting access to healthcare for mothers and babies from refugee and host communities.
EARLY CHILDHOOD AND GUIDANCE UNIT
Healthy mothers
We support the protection of maternal health.
Healthy babies
We work to ensure that babies grow up healthy.
Strong communities
We strengthen the resilience of communities.
Inclusive Support
We empower refugee and host communities together.
About the Project
The Mother and Infant Health Project is implemented to support the health, care, and development of mothers and babies from pregnancy through the baby’s first year of life.
The project aims to raise mothers’ awareness about childbirth and the postpartum period, support the healthy development of babies, and improve mothers’ knowledge and skills related to childcare.
Our Target Group
Our project targets women in the last three months of pregnancy and mothers with babies aged 0–12 months.
It particularly focuses on socially and economically disadvantaged families who face difficulties accessing healthcare services and developmental support.
OUR SERVICES
Pregnancy Support
Information on maternal health, personal care, nutrition, and appropriate exercises.
Postpartum Support
Supporting maternal and infant health after childbirth.
Breastfeeding Counseling
Information and guidance on breastfeeding and breast milk.
Baby Care
Counseling on baby care, hygiene, sleep, and nutrition.
Developmental Support Activities
Age- and developmentally appropriate play and activity recommendations for babies.
Referral to Health and Social Services
Referral of families to relevant health and social service institutions when needed.
Get to Know the Mother and Infant Health Project Up Close
Through the home visits conducted as part of our Mother and Infant Health Project, we support the health, care, and development of mothers and babies.
You can watch our video to see our activities in the field and the support we provide to families.
Making Educational Toys with Household Materials
During home visits, toys are made together with parents and children using materials commonly found in every home, such as water bottles, bottle caps, storage containers, and clothespins. The aim is to create activities that support children’s development without the need to purchase expensive toys. Sometimes, toys designed to improve babies’ cognitive and fine motor skills are also shared with families.
Fieldwork and Activities
As part of the project, mothers and their babies are visited in their homes, families’ needs are assessed in detail, and individualized guidance services are provided.
During home visits, mothers are given information appropriate to their babies’ developmental stages and shown activities they can carry out at home. Practical support is provided in areas such as care, nutrition, play, and development according to the babies’ ages and needs.
Regular communication is maintained with families to monitor the development of mothers and babies, and guidance and referrals are provided to those in need.
PROJECT IN NUMBERS
Through our activities, we reach more mothers and babies to support their health.
850
Mothers Reached
870
Supported Babies’ Health
11.147
Home Visits Conducted
165
Training and Counseling Services Provided