At Mother and Child Hospital, we know the sound you’re dreading. It’s the heavy click of a heavy hospital door sealing shut behind the last nurse. It’s the hum of a fluorescent light in the hallway that’s just slightly too loud, a steady electric buzz that drills into your skull when you’re trying to memorize the […]
Alhamdulillah. Some days shift how people see each other. This Open Day at the Pumwani Riyadha mosque did exactly that. Mother and Child Hospital was honored to attend by invitation. We did not come to treat or run clinics. We came to listen, learn, and stand with the community during a day focused on understanding […]
Something was different about the ward that morning. Not the sounds—still the same symphony of beeping monitors and hushed voices. Not the light—still that strange fluorescent glow that makes 3 a.m. look just like 3 p.m. Just… full. Full of something nobody wanted to name too early. Like saying it out loud might break the […]
Mother and Child Hospital proudly sponsored the DAQO 2025 Awards held last weekend, an event that brought together leading medical practitioners and healthcare institutions from across Kenya in recognition of excellence in service delivery, innovation, and patient care. The awards ceremony provided an important platform to acknowledge the individuals and organizations working consistently to improve […]
Your first antenatal care visit is a landmark moment in your pregnancy journey. It transforms the private knowledge of your positive test into the professional, supportive framework of supervised medical care. While the excitement is palpable, understanding the purpose and process of this initial appointment is key to starting your antenatal journey with confidence and clarity. […]
Think antenatal care (ANC) starts after a positive test? The most impactful care begins even earlier. Pre-pregnancy care is the foundational step for a safer pregnancy and a healthier baby. The Reality: Many women visit a clinic only after missing a period. By then, potential risks like anemia, untreated infections, or unmanaged chronic conditions are […]
A Year of Growing Trust and Impact: Mother and Child Hospital’s 2025 Journey 2025 was a year of purposeful growth for Mother and Child Hospital in Eastleigh. Grounded in our mission to provide compassionate, quality healthcare, we focused on strengthening our core services, expanding access, and deepening trust within our community. Here’s a look at […]
Christmas Cheer at Mother and Child Hospital This Christmas, we asked our team one simple question. What does Christmas mean to you. Their answers reflect the care you experience every day at Mother and Child Hospital. Dr and Mrs Murugu – Directors Christmas means compassion at home and at work. Care begins with empathy. When […]
Pregnancy brings many quiet days. Then one day, everything changes. Labor rarely starts with one clear signal. Most times, your body gives small signs first. Paying attention to these signs protects you and your baby. You should come to the hospital when you notice: • Regular contractions that get stronger and closer together • Your […]
The instructor opened the training with a simple prompt. Think of the song Stayin Alive by the Bee Gees. CPR needs a rhythm of about 103 beats per minute. The beat helps you keep a steady pace during compressions. The room responded with smiles and the training began on a warm note before the serious […]









