Perceptions of Parents of Low-Birth-Weight Infants Admitted to the NICU of Concepts Relevant to the Transition From Birth to Home Care: A Qualitative Study Using a Grounded Theory Approach | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Perceptions of Parents of Low-Birth-Weight Infants Admitted to the NICU of Concepts Relevant to the Transition From Birth to Home Care: A Qualitative Study Using a Grounded Theory Approach
Key Points
Social interactions significantly influence parents' perceptions during their child's transition from NICU to home care.
The study highlights various aspects of parental experiences and conceptual frameworks regarding low-birth-weight infants.
Grounded theory approach was utilized to explore the perceptions of parents regarding NICU care and home transition.
Findings suggest expanding support for parents of low-birth-weight infants during the critical transition period.