Experiences of Pacific parents of infants born at risk of neonatal hypoglycaemia in New Zealand.

ABSTRACT: Neonatal hypoglycaemia is the primary metabolic disorder affecting newborns. It has severe implications including cerebral injury when left untreated. Pacific newborns have the second-highest prevalence of risk factors for hypoglycaemia amongst all ethnic groups in New Zealand, and therefore disproportionately suffer its effects. However, Pacific voices remain largely unheard regarding experiences with at-risk infants. This qualitative study aims to amplify Pacific families' stories. Nine interviews involving ten participants were transcribed and analyzed. Seven central themes were revealed: Teu Le Vā: Nurturing relationships by healthcare professionals, Complex circumstances, Family decision-making, Talanoa: Culturally congruent information sharing, Cultural beliefs related to medical car

SUBMITTER: Walsh O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12678648 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature