So this year I got to celebrate world prematurity day in Zambia. They make such a big deal of it here, I was really impressed. World Prematurity Day is specifically to raise awareness of preterm birth and the devastating impact it can have on families.

The day was very interesting, there was a symposium with presentations on the care and services available for preterm infants in Zambia, as well as teaching on resuscitation and skills stations for the nurses and midwives to practice.

I found this day very interesting and useful for understanding what help and support the midwives I am workimg with require, to give each infant the best care possible. It also made me aware of the problems that they face as a healthcare system and as a community. It really has opened my eyes that we can’t just come here, teach and then think things will be better. Theres so much more to it. Its a big task and it will take time, but I would love to have the opportunity to help make some of these changes.

The second day there was an aerobics class for 2 hours! It was so nice to meet so many people who have such a passion for the premature infants. It was a fun morning, but definitely needed a nap afterwards!