Parental perceptions and experiences of infant crying: A systematic review and synthesis of qualitative research.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Excessive infant crying is common and can have a huge impact on families and well-being. Systematically reviewing qualitative studies on infant crying can provide a greater understanding of parental perceptions and experiences.

Aim

This study sought to systematically review and thematically synthesize qualitative studies exploring parents/carers' views and experiences of infant crying.

Design

A systematic review and synthesis of qualitative research.

Data sources

Electronic databases MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO and CINAHL were searched from the earliest date available to January 2022. We selected papers focussing on parents/carers' experiences, views, attitudes and beliefs about infant crying. We excluded papers focussing on health professionals' views

SUBMITTER: Muller I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10100257 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature