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Maternal, Newborn & Child Health

Care for mothers, newborns, infants and children — from pregnancy to school age.

The mother and child clinic room at MTMC, with a baby weighing scale

Overview

Healthy mothers raise healthy children. Our Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) services support families from antenatal care through the newborn period and into childhood.

We focus on prevention, early detection and giving parents the information they need to keep their children healthy.

What we offer

  • Antenatal and postnatal care
  • Newborn checks and care
  • Childhood immunisation according to the Kenya national schedule
  • Growth monitoring and nutrition counselling
  • Vitamin A supplementation and deworming
  • Family planning counselling after birth
  • Management of common childhood illnesses

Frequently asked questions

Are vaccines free?

Vaccines in the Kenya national immunisation programme are provided free of charge.

How often should my baby be weighed?

Monthly in the first year and regularly until age five, or as advised by the nurse.

The information on this page is general and does not replace advice from a qualified health professional. In an emergency, come to the Centre or call 0105 620 988 immediately.

Our partners

  • Ministry of Health, Republic of Kenya
  • Social Health Authority (SHA)
  • County Government of Vihiga
  • Ilara Health
  • Tiko
  • DOT Glasses