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Parenting a child with a cleft: the father's perspective.
Summary
Fathers of children with cleft lip and/or palate experience unique challenges and require better support. This study highlights their needs and calls for greater inclusion in research and care.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Psychosocial Support
- Craniofacial Anomalies
Background:
- Cleft lip and/or palate significantly impacts families.
- Maternal experiences are well-documented, but paternal perspectives are underrepresented.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of a child's cleft lip and/or palate diagnosis from the father's viewpoint.
- To identify fathers' support and information needs during their child's treatment journey.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing individual telephone interviews.
- 15 fathers of children with cleft lip and/or palate across the U.K. participated.
Main Results:
- Four key themes emerged: variations in care and support, appraisals of the cleft, perceptions of treatment, and the process of looking back and moving forward.
- Fathers' experiences mirrored some maternal reports but revealed distinct needs for support and information.
Conclusions:
- Fathers play a crucial role in family support during treatment for cleft lip and/or palate.
- There is a need for increased inclusion of fathers in research and for tailored support strategies addressing their unique experiences and needs.
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