Proof of concept of the Universal Baby video innovation for early child development in Lima, Peru.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Community-based video interventions offer an effective and potentially scalable early interaction coaching tool for caregivers living in low resource settings. We tested the Universal Baby (UB) video innovation; an early interaction coaching tool using video sourced and produced locally with early child development (ECD) expert supervision.

Methods

This proof-of-concept study enrolled 40 caregivers of children ages 10-18 months assigned to intervention and control groups by health establishments in Carabayllo, Lima, Peru. Mother/child dyads received 12 weekly group health education sessions with social support. Of those, 16 caregivers also received 6 UB videos featuring brain science education and local clips of responsive, reciprocal interaction, also known as "se

SUBMITTER: Nelson AK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11753875 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature