Essential newborn care practices and determinants in Ethiopia: a multilevel analysis of national survey data
The prevalence of ENC practices remains low in Ethiopia. Health facility delivery, maternal role in the household, parity and region of residence were significant predictors of ENC practice. Strengthening facility-based delivery, promoting maternal empowerment and addressing regional disparities are essential to improving newborn health outcomes in the country and achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3.
Authors
- Amare Mebrat Delie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5356-9001)
- Berihun Agegn Mengistie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0628-6164)
- Molla Getie Mehari
- Tesfaye Shumet Mekonnen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6788-6374)
- Mickiale Hailu
- Gizachew Kassahun Bizuneh
Institutions
- Dire Dawa University (ET)
- Jigjiga University (ET)
- Injibara University (ET)
- University of Gondar (ET)
- Debre Markos University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Open
- Published
- 2026-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2025-111606
- Primary Topic
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00