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A E Harada, P J Pye

Child: Care, Health and Development

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Midwives require better training to effectively communicate a newborn

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Area of Science:

Medical communication
Neonatal care
Parental adjustment

Background:

Inadequate communication from medical staff to parents of children with disabilities is common.
The initial information provided to parents significantly impacts their long-term adjustment.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the critical role of midwives in communicating a neonatal diagnosis to parents.
To advocate for improved training for midwives in this sensitive area.

Main Methods:

Qualitative analysis of existing research and case examples.
Literature review on communication strategies in neonatal care.

Main Results:

Current communication practices by medical personnel are often insufficient.

Midwives are key figures in the initial disclosure of abnormal neonatal conditions.

Conclusions:

Enhanced training for midwives is essential for effective parental communication.
Improved communication supports better parental adjustment to having a child with a disability.