Aim: To systematically review the efficacy of parenting interventions in improving the quality of the relationship between mothers and preterm infants. Method: Randomized or quasi-randomized controlled trials (RCT) of parenting interventions for mothers of preterm infants where mother-infant relationship quality outcomes were reported. Databases searched: The Cochrane Library, PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO and Web of Science. Results: Seventeen studies met the inclusion criteria, 14 with strong methodological quality. Eight parenting interventions were found to improve the quality of the mother-preterm infant relationship. Conclusions: Heterogeneity of the interventions calls for an integrated new parenting program focusing on cue-based, responsive care from the mother to her preterm infant to improve the quality of the relationship for these mother-preterm infant dyads. (copyright) 2014 Elsevier Inc.
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T., E., K., W., M., S., P., C., & R.N., B. (2014). Are parenting interventions effective in improving the relationship between mothers and their preterm infants? Infant Behavior and Development, 37(2), 131–154. Retrieved from http://www.embase.com/search/results?subaction=viewrecord&from=export&id=L372350691
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