One Heart Worldwide

One Heart Worldwide wishes you a joyous Teej filled with love and togetherness!

In May, our initiative began in Jajarkot, the district worst hit by the 2023 earthquake.
It takes a year to establish our initiative in a new district, involving meetings with local Palika officials, workforce development, and setting up data systems, paving the way for successful program ex*****on. We collaborate with stakeholders to repair health facilities and support expectant mothers and children.

We’re excited to announce the installation of Nyano Nani warmers at various health posts in Rautahat District, in collaboration with Sanjay Bahadur Singh and his team, and with the National Innovation Center as our manufacturing partner.
Nyano Nani is an innovative infant warmer developed by the National Innovation Centre in Nepal as a cost-effective and easy-to-use solution for providing the essential warmth that newborns need.
These advanced baby warmers have been successfully set up, and staff have been trained at the following locations:
- Paroha Dimuriya Health Post, Isnath Municipality Ward 9
- C. Pipariya Health Post, Bodhimai Municipality Ward 6
- Tejapakad Health Post, Paroha Municipality Ward 3

This initiative marks a significant step forward in improving neonatal care in these communities.

In 2023, One Heart Worldwide exceeded our impact goals, enhancing access to care, improving quality services, securing government buy-in, and ensuring program sustainability across all transition and completed districts.
We're committed to strengthening local healthcare systems, providing equitable, high-quality care to every woman and newborn in rural Nepal. Together, we're making a lasting difference!

Thank You Laerdal Global Health for your invaluable partnership!

Earlier this week, we promised to share the opportunity to learn more about the inspiring work being done together with One Heart Worldwide in Nepal.

Our latest Partner Q&A is a conversation with One Heart Worldwide CEO David Murphy and Executive Director Surya Bhatta. They discuss the success of the simulation-based mentorship program and the importance of partnership and government involvement for program implementation and sustainability.

Learn more about their inspiring work and their plans for scaling up the program throughout Nepal and beyond.
👉https://laerdalglobalhealth.com/Resources/news/partner-qna-ohw-nepal/

From hands-on training to sustainable health systems, our Q2 report highlights the impact of our ongoing efforts in creating safe spaces for expectant mothers.
Read the full report to discover how One Heart Worldwide is transforming maternal and newborn health in Nepal, one birthing center at a time.
https://bit.ly/3Mb3nBG

Every mother and newborn need four vital postnatal checkups: within 24 hours, day 3, between days 7-14, and at 6 weeks. These visits, whether at home or in a health facility, are crucial for early detection and treatment of life-threatening conditions.

🎉 A groundbreaking event!
On August 2, 2024, One Heart Worldwide, in partnership with the Nepali Ministry of Health & Population, successfully hosted the first-ever dissemination of the "Effect of Simulation-Based Mentorship Program on Maternal and Newborn Health Care in Four Districts of Nepal."
The event highlighted the study's findings, shared valuable experiences, and discussed the path forward for scaling and sustaining this innovative program.
Thank you to all our partners and attendees for making this milestone event a success!

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Here are some alternatives to keep your baby healthy and fed.

Breastfeeding is essential for child survival and health.

This , we’re thrilled to team up with Noora Health to highlight the vital role of breastfeeding education and support. Together, we can keep babies fed and thriving!

The Global Breastfeeding Collective has created a scorecard to track progress on key breastfeeding policies and practices. At One Heart Worldwide and Noora Health, we’re dedicated to advancing breastfeeding education and support in our program countries.

Discover more about The Global Breastfeeding Collective and their seven action items at https://uni.cf/3SDj6NC.

Last week, the OHW Nepal team came together in Dhulikhel for our All Staff Meeting 2024!
From reflecting on our milestones and attending capacity development sessions to planning for the future and enjoying team-building activities, it was an excellent retreat for the team. 🫶

"Overall, 14 percent of women aged 15-19 have been pregnant, including 10 percent who have had a live birth, while two percent experienced a pregnancy loss.
Teenage pregnancy is highest in Karnali Province, at 21 percent, followed by Madhesh Province, at 20 percent, Koshi and Gandaki Province, at 13 percent, and Lumbini Province, at 10 percent, according to the 2022 survey."

Check out this article by the Kathmandu Post for more information -
https://bit.ly/3LCZ024

🌟 Did You Know? 🌟

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that pregnant women have at least eight antenatal care visits with a trained healthcare provider throughout their pregnancy.

Antenatal care is essential for protecting the health of women and their unborn children. Through these vital check-ups, expectant mothers can:

- Learn about healthy behaviors during pregnancy
- Understand warning signs during pregnancy and childbirth
- Receive social, emotional, and psychological support
- Access crucial services like micronutrient supplementation, hypertension treatment, immunizations, and HIV prevention
- In malaria-endemic areas, receive medications and mosquito nets to prevent the disease

Despite the importance of these visits, only 69% of pregnant women globally receive the previously recommended four antenatal care visits, and even fewer reach the updated goal of eight visits. Regular contact with healthcare professionals can significantly improve the health outcomes for both mothers and their babies.

Let's advocate for better antenatal care and support expectant mothers in Nepal and worldwide. Together, we can make a difference!

Together, we can build a healthier future for adolescents in Nepal and beyond.

🌟 Welcome to One Heart Summer Camp! 🌟

Did you know that in 2022, 13% of adolescent girls and young women globally gave birth before age 18? These young mothers often face more challenges in accessing antenatal, skilled delivery, and postnatal care compared to older women.

Join over the next few weeks as we learn about the intersection of adolescent health and maternal health, paying particular attention to adolescent pregnancy in Nepal.

We aim to provide as many people as we can with knowledge and resources on what the different stages of pregnancy look like for young girls in Nepal, as well as the risks associated with adolescent pregnancy more generally. Stay tuned to learn more!

The Simulation-Based Mentorship Program (SBMP) is a training and mentoring program for rural healthcare providers in birthing centers designed by One Heart Worldwide in collaboration with the Government of Nepal.
Discover more about SBMP and its integration into the Nepal's national SHP/SBA Training Curriculum in our 2023 Annual Report: https://bit.ly/3V5pe1o

The General Agreement for One Heart Worldwide's (OHW) next five years of service has been renewed with the Government of Nepal's Social Welfare Council (SWC) on July 8, 2024.
The agreement was signed by SWC Member Secretary, Manoj Bhatta, and One Heart Worldwide's Executive Director, Surya Bhatta, at the SWC Office in the presence of other SWC officials. For the next five years, this renewal of the General Agreement means OHW will reach out to Nepal’s pregnant women through our work collaborating with Government agencies and national and international partners.

We would like to thank all of our staff, partners and friends around the world whose support has been crucial in achieving this agreement!

Mahajabi Khatun, Deputy Mayor of EkDara Rural Municipality in Mahottari, is dedicated to promoting safe motherhood in her community despite persisting challenges.
She exemplifies the crucial role of women leaders in shaping policies and decision-making processes for women's health.

✨ Partner Spotlight: DAK Foundation✨
One Heart Worldwide's long-standing partnership with the DAK Foundation has been crucial in our efforts to expanding access to ultrasound services in rural areas of Nepal, and now also across five other countries.

Mahottari is one of One Heart Worldwide’s new program districts in Madhesh Province, which experiences one of the highest maternal mortality ratios in Nepal.
Read the full 'Mahottari Mothers' story here - https://bit.ly/3xGQDz8 or in our 2023 Annual Report.

Mahottari Mothers: Building a Safe Motherhood System — One Heart Worldwide - Making pregnancy safer in Nepal. Kiran Kumari Thakur, a female community health volunteer (FCHV) in Mahottari, Nepal, tirelessly educates families on safe motherhood practices despite resistance from traditional mindsets. With training and support from One Heart Worldwide (OHW) and Ratauli Yuwa Club (RYC), Kiran and other volunteer

In Nepal, Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) are an integral part of the women's health ecosystem. 🦋
Among them is Kiran, a dedicated FCHV from Mahottari, who has been collaborating with us through our community-based NGO partner Ratauli Youth Club.

Since 2010, One Heart Worldwide has been making a significant impact on maternal and newborn health in Nepal with your support. Discover our program's achievements! 🩵💛

Here is what Sabrina Schmidt Koschella, Consul and Head of Administration of the German Embassy in Kathmandu, has to say about our emergency earthquake response efforts in Nepal. Her words reflect the impact of our collaboration with the German Embassy Kathmandu, which enabled us to provide crucial aid to 896 families with pregnant women or infants in earthquake-hit areas of Jajarkot and Rukum West.

Explore our 2023 Annual Report through the link in our profile for more insights into our relief efforts following the earthquake.

Check out our program footprint in Nepal for 2023 🇳🇵

✨ Our reach spans across 32 districts, covering 42% of ALL districts in Nepal.
🏅 11 districts where we've successfully completed our programs.
🌟 21 districts where our efforts are currently active.

Together, we’re making a difference, one district at a time! ❤️

Celebrating and honoring fathers today and everyday.
Happy Father's Day from One Heart Worldwide!