PUTRAJAYA, December, 12, 2025 - UNFPA in Malaysia, in partnership with the UNU-IIGH, officially launched the Confinement Centre Report, a study examining postnatal care practices in confinement centres across Malaysia. The report offers a snapshot of existing policies, practices, and guidelines, while identifying critical gaps and opportunities to strengthen the quality, safety, and standardization of postnatal care for mothers and newborns. The study marks an important step toward understanding the current landscape and informing targeted interventions to ensure the healthiest possible start for Malaysian families.

The launch event brought together a broad range of key stakeholders, including policymakers, healthcare professionals, and public health experts. Participants discussed the report’s key findings and explored evidence-based approaches to strengthen regulation and improve maternal and newborn health outcomes. UNFPA in Malaysia reaffirmed its commitment to using this evidence to support policy development and promote best practices. The discussions underscored a shared resolve to translate findings into concrete, action-oriented strategies, ensuring that no mother or newborn is left behind in the pursuit of high-quality postnatal care.