Exploring parents' experiences, attitudes and understanding of gastro-oesophageal reflux in infants.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) affects nearly half of infants. Parents play a crucial role in management but more understanding of their attitudes and experiences is needed to inform future education, support and research. This study aims to explore parental experiences, attitudes and understanding of the symptoms, diagnosis and management of infant GOR.

Methods

Qualitative semi-structured interviews with 9 parents of infants with GOR in the UK, analysed by thematic analysis.

Results

8 participants were mothers and median age was 34 years. Over half identified as White ethnicity. Parents described that GOR can affect all aspects of life, including mental wellbeing and bonding with their baby. Medications are time-consuming to prepare and can cause challeng

SUBMITTER: McVicar K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11419391 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature