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Key Components of Parenting Education Interventions for Preterm Infant–Parent Dyads Admitted to the NICU: A Systematic Review

2026Open accessNorth-West University

Abstract

NICU educational interventions positively influence parental knowledge, confidence, and parent-infant interaction; however, substantial variation and limited conceptual grounding hinder their comparability and scalability. The evidence base remains dominated by high-income settings, which limits its global applicability. Future research must prioritise theory-informed design, transparent reporting, and context-sensitive adaptation, particularly in under-resourced health systems, to support equitable and effective parental education for families of preterm infants worldwide.

Research topics

  • Infant Development and Preterm Care
  • Neonatal Respiratory Health Research
  • Neonatal and fetal brain pathology

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DOI: 10.3390/children13020280

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