Readability of Educational Resources for Parents of Preterm Babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kristin H. Ginsberg, Sophie St Clair, Briana M. Grainger, Jane M. Alsweiler, PIANO Study Group
DOI: 10.1111/jpc.70450
Cited by: 1
References: 6

Abstract

Many preterm babies require care in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), which can create significant distress for parents.Parents in the NICU often report finding the NICU an overwhelming environment, with unfamiliar equipment and complex medical terminology to learn.They are tasked with absorbing a large amount of new information routinely as their babies' medical condition changes, often in times of high stress and emotional strain.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Health Literacy and Information Accessibility Infant Development and Preterm Care Neonatal Respiratory Health Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
62
Issue
7
Pages
1298–1300
Publication date
24 May 2026
Language
EN