Table 2 Clinical data at various periods on admission
| Â | Period | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Â | At Birth (n = 202) | Initiation of KMC (n = 199) | At Discharge (n = 195) |
Weight (grams) Mean (SD) | 1591 (296) | 1530 (286) | 1573 (294) |
Estimated Gestational age (weeks) Mean(SD) | 31.5 (3.1) | _ | _ |
Death n(%) | _ | 3 (1.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
Admission Duration (Days) Median(IQR) | _ | _ | 12 (8-17) |
Caesarean section delivery n(%) | 45 (22.3%) | _ | _ |
Baby taking top-up Expressed Breast Milk n(%) | _ | _ | 180 (89.1%) |
Baby actively suckling n(%) | _ | _ | 188 (93.1%) |
Baby on exclusive breastfeeding n(%) | _ | _ | 190 (94.1%) |