EMERGING TRENDS OF ENGINEERINGAND TECHNOLOGY BASED INNOVITATION IN CHILD CARE

Maternal and newborn care is a critical area in healthcare, with significant implications for public health. Innovations in this field have the potential to drastically improve outcomes, reduce mortality rates, and enhance the quality of life for mothers and their infants. This chapter provides an overview of the current landscape of maternal and newborn care, highlighting the importance of innovation in addressing existing challenges. It outlines the types of innovations being implemented, their benefits, and the barriers to their adoption. Maternal and newborn health is a cornerstone of global health, significantly impacting family and community well-being. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), improving maternal and newborn health is essential for reducing maternal and infant mortality rates, preventing complications during childbirth, and ensuring healthy development in the early stages of life (WHO, 2015).