An Information App (e-TOP) to Support Parents' Information Needs During the First Year at Home After Preterm Birth: Development and Usability Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Parents of preterm infants often face challenges in transitioning from hospital to home, requiring reliable and accessible information to support their caregiving. Mobile health interventions have the potential to supplement postdischarge education and empower parents by providing tailored, evidence-based information.

Objective

The primary objectives of this study were to develop an information app (e-TOP) using a participatory design approach, incorporating input from parents and health care professionals, and evaluate its usability.

Methods

A 2-phase, mixed methods design was used for this study. In Phase 1, the app was developed through iterative focus group discussions with parents of preterm infants, parents with limited health literacy, and TOP interv

SUBMITTER: Flierman M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12543213 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature