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The Ripple Effect of a Pandemic on the Parent-Infant Dyad

Barbara A Reyna

    Neonatal Network : NN
    |March 18, 2021
    PubMed

    Insights

    Pandemic isolation practices, like social distancing, impact the crucial parent-infant bond. More research is needed on these effects during public health crises.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Perinatal Health

    Background:

    • The 2009 H1N1 pandemic saw containment strategies, but less extensive than COVID-19.
    • Ongoing research addresses COVID-19 symptomatology, transmission, and treatments.
    • Limited data exists on social distancing and hospital visitation policies' effects on the parent-infant dyad.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the implications of pandemic-related isolation practices on the parent-infant dyad.
    • To highlight the need for understanding the impact of public health measures on early parent-child relationships.

    Main Methods:

    • This is a commentary, not an empirical study.
    • It synthesizes existing knowledge and discusses potential impacts.
    • It draws parallels with previous pandemic responses.

    Main Results:

    • Isolation practices during pandemics can disrupt the formation and maintenance of the parent-infant bond.
    • Restrictive policies may limit crucial early interactions necessary for infant development.
    • The long-term consequences for the parent-infant dyad require further investigation.

    Conclusions:

    • Pandemic policies necessitate a careful consideration of their effects on the parent-infant dyad.
    • Future research should focus on mitigating negative impacts and supporting this critical relationship during health crises.

    Keywords:
    COVID-19breastfeedingfamily-centered carehospital visitationisolation practicesneonatespandemicparent–infant dyadpreterm infants

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