Informal caregivers’ feeding experiences for children with cancer: a systematic review of qualitative evidence

Key Points

• Informal caregivers face distinct feeding challenges in their role, impacting their emotional well-being and the care process.
• The systematic review emphasizes diverse experiences across different feeding situations, including emotional responses and adaptation strategies.
• Qualitative evidence was derived from numerous narratives, capturing the nuances of informal caregiving in feeding scenarios.
• These findings may inform supportive interventions for caregivers, highlighting the complexity of their daily experiences.

Abstract