IMSS Sonora Honors Premature Newborns with Special Graduation Ceremony
Ciudad Obregón, Sonora – The Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) in Sonora is making headlines with a heartwarming initiative aimed at premature newborns. The unique “my graduation” ceremony, recently implemented at the Gynecopediatría Hospital (HGP) in Hermosillo, symbolizes the achievement of significant health milestones for newborns, parents, and medical staff alike.
Emotional Farewells Mark Family Milestones
The touching ceremony involves doctors, nursing staff, social workers, hygiene and cleaning personnel, as well as the critical participation of both parents. General nurse Gloria Elena Carrasco Jiménez, of the Pathological Cieran Service, shed light on the significance of the event, “The graduation is part of a series of achievements from the babies, which begins from the premature birth and continues through our ‘Mama Canguro’ program, culminating in their medical discharge.”
The Journey of Every Premature Newborn
After a premature birth, newborns are carefully monitored in the neonatal intensive care unit (UCUC) or pathological cubicles. As their health improves, they transition into the “Mama Canguro” program, which focuses on skin-to-skin contact to stabilize vital signs and promote bonding. “Mom kangaroo starts with babies that weigh less than two kilos or have been born with 37 weeks of gestation,” explained Carrasco Jiménez, emphasizing the gradual progress before the final graduation.
Timeline of Achievements
The final step in the journey is a formal graduation ceremony, where the baby receives a certificate and parents receive heartfelt words of encouragement and support. The general nurse emphasized the emotional and professional significance of these ceremonies: “For us who live the process of improvement of the baby, from birth until he is a graduate, we see the obstacles they overcome to get ahead, how strong they are, and the adversities on the road.”
A Look at the Numbers
So far in 2023, IMSS HGP in Hermosillo has celebrated approximately 30 graduations. This includes all minors of 36 weeks who are suitable for home care without needing special in-hospital treatment. The ceremony underscores IMSS’s commitment to holistic medical care and family-centric support, enhancing the overall health and emotional well-being of newborns and their families.
Future Implications
The “my graduation” ceremony reflects a broader trend in modern medical practice, emphasizing emotional and psychological support alongside physical healthcare. As IMSS continues to innovate in this area, similar initiatives are likely to become commonplace across medical institutions, elevating the quality of care for premature newborns worldwide.
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