Barriers and facilitators perceived by professionals while implementing Soothing and Sleeping in Dutch Healthcare: a mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Many parents struggle with infant crying and sleep, yet some needs remain unmet by current professional support. Soothing and Sleeping, an evidence-based practice (EBP) based on the Happiest Baby method, offers preventive support and parental education for these issues. The Dutch Youth Health Care (YHC) system, monitoring 95% of children, is well-positioned to implement it.

Method

This study explores YHC professionals' perceptions of EBPs and Soothing and Sleeping and identifies key implementation barriers and facilitators. YHC professionals (n=41) completed questionnaires and participated in focus groups. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics and qualitative data through thematic analysis guided by the Dynamic Adaptation Process framework.<

SUBMITTER: van Someren JL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12481258 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature