Parents’ experiences of the time preceding infant admission to hospital within 4 weeks of birth: a qualitative interview study

Key Points

• Parents reported feelings of anxiety and uncertainty before infant admission, reflecting their emotional burden.
• Key themes identified include fear of hospitalization and lack of information available to parents.
• Qualitative study based on in-depth interviews provides rich insights into parental experiences during this critical time.
• Understanding these experiences may improve support strategies for parents facing infant hospitalization.