The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has launched the Integrated Postnatal Care Programme under the Women’s and Children’s Health Strategy. This initiative aims to advance maternal and child health outcomes by ensuring timely, high-quality and accessible postnatal support. The programme highlights the importance of comprehensive postnatal care and reflects DoH’s ongoing dedication to advancing the health and well-being of all community members.
The postnatal care programme will integrate home visit services, telemedicine, and outpatient care, ensuring that mothers receive continuous and personalised support throughout the postpartum period.
The telemedicine session will be offered within the initial days after discharge to monitor the health and wellbeing of mothers and their infants. This ensures early detection of potential concerns, provides expert guidance and addresses any immediate postnatal questions, offering peace of mind to mothers. Mothers can also schedule visits to their nearest hospital or primary care clinic at seven to 14 days and again six weeks postpartum.
To further support mothers with complications during pregnancies, childbirth complications, or those caring for infants with special needs, the program includes two home visits by nurses or midwives. The first visit occurs within the initial days after discharge, and the second between seven and 14 days later.
His Excellency Dr Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) said: “The postpartum period is one of the most physically and emotionally challenging times in a woman’s life – and yet, one of the most overlooked. With the launch of this programme, we prioritise mothers and newborns by providing a robust support system that extends beyond the hospital walls. By integrating telemedicine, in-person follow-ups, and home-based care, we deliver proactive, personalised services that empower mothers and give every child a healthier start. This is more than just a healthcare programme – it’s a commitment to ensuring that every mother and child receives the highest quality of care they deserve.”
Abu Dhabi’s healthcare ecosystem continues to set a global standard for accessibility, innovation and excellence. Through this integrated approach, the department is reinforcing its commitment to ensuring healthcare services remain responsive to the diverse and evolving needs of families across the emirate.
