Table 1. Summary of the data collection method.

Sessions	Place	Stage of participatory care model	Time	Content
Session 1	Online or offline training	Motivation	Third trimester of pregnancy	Changes and physical, mental, and emotional needs of the mother in the postpartum period maternal and neonatal risk factors after delivery. Benefits of breastfeeding. The role of the father and supporter in supporting the mother in the continuation of exclusive breastfeeding. Adhering to health tips and breastfeeding if the mother is infected with COVID-19.
Session 2	Bint Al-Huda Hospital in Bojnourd	Preparation and involvement	First day after delivery	Time to visit the health center. Time to screen the baby. Mother and baby care. Breastfeeding. Maternal and infant danger signs. Attention to maternal mood disorders.
Session 3	Online or offline training	Preparation and involvement	7–14 days after delivery	Mental health. Caring for the mother and child at home.
Session 4	Online or offline training	Preparation and involvement	21–30 days after delivery	Communication with mother and baby. Maternal physical activity status. Exercise and postpartum massage.