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A new evidence synthesis was published:2022, WHO recommendations on maternal and newborn care for a positive postnatal experience.
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GuidelineWHO recommendations on postnatal care of the mother and newborn
Year of Publication2014
Issuing InstitutionWorld Health Organization
Recommendation
Status
Retired
Recommended in favor
Strong
Home visits in the first week after birth are recommended for care of the mother and newborn