The needs of parents and their network to influence physical activity and motor development among children 0-to-4-years old: a mixed-methods study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Promoting physical activity and motor development in early childhood is important for physical and mental health outcomes later in life. However, knowledge on how to influence physical activity and motor development in early life focusing on families and their context in daily life is currently lacking. This study therefore aims to take a systemic approach to investigate the support needs, obstacles and opportunities as perceived by parents and their network to influence physical activity and motor development of young children aged 0 to 4 years.

Methods

This study employs a longitudinal design over a two-month period per family, with mixed methods data collection. Data are collected in 36 families with a child aged 0 to 4 years and a total of 72 network contacts

SUBMITTER: Wagijo MR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12535135 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature