One significant way HMABI  can affect maternal and neonatal mortality and

morbidity is by supplying clean birth kits for women in developing countries. 

A leading cause of death in these countries is tetanus and other infections. 

90,000 women and 400,000 babies each year die from infections related to birth.

We can help prevent these infections by providing clean supplies and teaching

the women how to use them.  The objective of this project is to teach clean and safe

birth practices, reduce maternal sepsis, and reduce neonatal infection.  We have

adhered the the recommendations of WHO (World Health Organization) in

formulating what will be included in our CLEAN BIRTH KITS.

Donations of any of these items are appreciated!

Clean Birth Kits

1 Yard LIGHT COTTON FABRIC:  may be used to dry baby, mother, or keep baby warm

RAZOR BLADE:  for cutting the cord

2 Peices GAUZE:  for keeping the cord clean

SOAP: for hand washing and washing the mother's perineum

1 NAIL STICK: for hand washing

1 Meter Square PLASTIC SHEET: for a clean delivery surface

BABY RECEIVING BLANKET:  to keep baby warm

BABY GOWN or TSHIRT &/or CLOTH DIAPER: to dress baby

UMBILICAL CORD TAPE: for tying the umbilcal cord

Gallon Size ZIPLOC BAG: for keeping supplies clean and dry

INSTRUCTIONS: to explain how to use each item in the kit 

Birth Attendant Kits

These supplies will help improve the attendants ability to provide safe and effective care

for both mothers and babies in remote locations.  They will also enable them to assess

maternal and fetal well being, predict complications, and to know when transfer of care

to a medical facility is necessary. 

APRON

GLOVES

FETOSCOPE

STETHOSCOPE

BLOOD PRESSURE CUFF

MEDICAL SCISSORS

THERMOMETER

WASHCLOTH

TOWEL