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Paul Colditz1,2, Matthew R Sanders3, Roslyn Boyd4

  • 1The University of Queensland Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, The University of Queensland, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Australia. p.colditz@uq.edu.au.

BMC Pediatrics
|April 18, 2015
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This study evaluated Baby Triple P for Preterm infants, a parenting program. It aims to improve outcomes for very preterm infants and their families, with results expected at 24 months corrected age.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal care and developmental pediatrics.
  • Child psychology and developmental disorders.
  • Parenting interventions and family support.

Background:

  • Very preterm birth (<32 weeks gestation) is linked to developmental challenges in children and maternal mental health issues.
  • Parenting interventions show promise for improving child development and parental well-being.
  • Baby Triple P for Preterm infants is a targeted program for parents of very preterm infants.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test the effectiveness of Baby Triple P for Preterm infants.
  • To improve child and parent/couple outcomes at 24 months corrected age (CA).
  • To provide evidence for early interventions in preterm infant care.

Main Methods:

  • Randomized trial comparing Baby Triple P for Preterm infants to Care as Usual (CAU).
  • Intervention includes group sessions and telephone consultations, with maintenance up to 24 months CA.
  • Primary outcome: Infant Toddler Social & Emotional Assessment (ITSEA); Secondary outcomes: Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development (BSID III), parenting style, parental self-efficacy, mental health, attachment, and couple satisfaction.

Main Results:

  • Study protocol outlines the design and methods for a randomized trial.
  • Data collection includes assessments at baseline, post-intervention, 12, and 24 months CA.
  • A sample size of 330 families (165 per group) is required for 80% power.

Conclusions:

  • This protocol details a randomized trial of Baby Triple P for Preterm infants versus CAU.
  • Findings will be published in peer-reviewed journals following CONSORT guidelines.
  • The study aims to provide valuable insights into supporting families of very preterm infants.
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