In urban Bangladesh, this study examined the impact of home visits by Community Health Workers (CHWs) providing parenting and nutrition education on children aged 6–16 months. The intervention, delivered over a year, led to improved cognitive, language, and motor development in children. Mothers experienced less violence, fathers engaged more in early childhood activities, and … [Read more...] about Effect of a parenting and nutrition education programme on development and growth of children using a social safety-net platform in urban Bangladesh: a cluster randomized controlled trial
CHW home visits
Home Visits for Postpartum Depression Intervention among Low-Income Latinas: Results from the PST4PPD Project
This study explored a home-visiting program called PST4PPD, led by bilingual community health workers, for low-income Latina mothers at risk of postpartum depression (PPD). Results showed significant reductions in depressive symptoms and increases in self-efficacy among participants. With a high completion rate and positive outcomes, the study highlights the potential of such … [Read more...] about Home Visits for Postpartum Depression Intervention among Low-Income Latinas: Results from the PST4PPD Project
Community Health Workers: Improving Home Visiting Engagement of High-Risk Birthing People in Segregated Neighborhoods
This study evaluated the impact of community health workers (CHWs) on home visiting (HV) engagement for birthing individuals in segregated neighborhoods. The program, Strong Beginnings (SB), which included CHWs, showed higher engagement rates and more home visits compared to the Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP) without CHW involvement. CHWs complemented the efforts of … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers: Improving Home Visiting Engagement of High-Risk Birthing People in Segregated Neighborhoods
Effect of home visits by community health workers on complementary feeding practices among caregivers of children aged 6-23 months in 10 districts of Bangladesh
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of home visits by CHWs on complementary feeding practices of the caregivers of children in Bangladesh. Researchers collected data on complementary feeding practices using a 24-hour recall questionnaire. Age-appropriate dietary diversity, minimum meal frequency, and minimum acceptable diet were assessed based on recommended … [Read more...] about Effect of home visits by community health workers on complementary feeding practices among caregivers of children aged 6-23 months in 10 districts of Bangladesh
