# Maternal and newborn support in Turkey

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/maternal-and-newborn-support-in-turkey
> Updated: 2026-10-02T08:17:19.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Healthcare and social services in Turkey have focused on maternal and neonatal support through various regional initiatives.

In Manisa, Merkezefendi State Hospital reported providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecological services, recording 326 births and treating 291 newborns in its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit since the start of the year. The facility maintains specialized units for intensive care, palliative care, and high-risk pregnancies.

In Mersin, the Metropolitan Municipality has implemented the ‘Hoş Geldin Bebek’ (Welcome Baby) project to assist low-income families. The initiative has distributed 18,000 baby care packages containing essential supplies such as diapers, clothing, and hygiene products across 13 districts. This program complements existing support for pregnant women, such as the ‘Hamile Bakım Sütü’ (Pregnant Care Milk) initiative.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Mersin Municipality provides support to 18,000 newborn babies

Mersin Metropolitan Municipality has distributed 18,000 ‘Welcome Baby’ support packages to low-income families across 13 districts to assist with newborn essential needs.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mersin-municipality-provides-support-to-18000-newborn-babies

### 2026-09-30: Merkezefendi State Hospital reports 326 births since start of year

Manisa's Merkezefendi State Hospital has facilitated 326 births and treated 291 newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit since the start of the year.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/merkezefendi-state-hospital-reports-326-births-since-start-of-year

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