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Safe Childbirth Collaboration Checklist

Medium 16 items · 30 min
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testuser Published 4 weeks ago
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This checklist helps health teams plan and run safer childbirth services by focusing on teamwork, supplies, and clear procedures. It is for facility staff, managers, and program coordinators who want practical steps to improve maternal and newborn safety. Inspired by World Health Organization guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Inspired by World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional where applicable.

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  1. Form a multidisciplinary childbirth team — Include midwives, nurses, doctors, and support staff for 24/7 coverage.
  2. Define roles for each team member — Write brief role cards so everyone knows responsibilities during labour.
  3. Train all staff on the safe childbirth checklist — Include hands-on practice, checklist use, and emergency steps.
  4. Run regular emergency simulation drills — Practice postpartum hemorrhage, sepsis, and eclampsia scenarios.
  5. Stock and check essential childbirth supplies daily — Include sterile delivery kit, oxytocin, IV fluids, and gloves.
  6. Create an emergency referral plan — Map steps for timely transfer when higher-level care is needed.
  7. Identify nearest referral facility with maternity services — Note address, services offered, and hours.
  8. List transport contacts and backup options — Include ambulance numbers, driver contacts, and estimated times.
  9. Ensure a skilled birth attendant is available for every delivery — Confirm roster coverage and handover for each shift.
  10. Use the standardized safe childbirth checklist during labor — Read and tick items aloud to confirm actions at key time points.
  11. Monitor maternal vital signs and fetal wellbeing regularly — Record BP, pulse, temperature, and fetal heart rate per protocol.
  12. Keep clear, timely documentation of care and events — Use simple registers or electronic notes to record interventions.
  13. Review and analyze birth outcome data monthly — Track complications, referrals, and newborn outcomes for trends.
  14. Hold debriefs after births and share feedback with staff — Discuss successes and improvement steps in a blame-free way.
  15. Engage mothers and families in care decisions and birth plans — Explain procedures, options, and obtain informed consent.
  16. Promote respectful, culturally appropriate care throughout labour — Ensure privacy, dignity, and clear communication at every step.
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