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This study examined social capital development in three all-terrain vehicles (ATV) clubs in Maine using an adapted version of Lin's (2001) social capital theory model. The structural components of social capital identified included collective assets and individual assets in the form of normative behavior and trust relationships. Also identified were counter-norms for individual ATV riders identified as having divergent norms from club members. The second component of social capital is access to and mobilization of network contacts and resources. Access networks in the context of the ATV clubs studied were identified as community and landowner relations while mobilization of resources was existent in club membership attempts toward self-governance and efforts of the statewide "umbrella" organization. Instrumental outcomes benefit society and expressive outcomes benefit the individual. Both types of returns are present in the data suggesting that ATV clubs are creating social capital. This is important information to clubs who desire to market themselves, improve their reputations, and enhance their volunteer association. It is of further interest to state governments who fund clubs through trail grants as proof that a return on investment is being realized. Theoretical and applied implications for these and other types of recreation-based volunteer associations (e.g., clubs, friends groups, advocacy groups) are presented.

A baby drowning after being placed in a bath seats is a rare but definite cause of death. Bath seats appear to give a false sense of security (even if not encouraged by the manufacturers). It is unclear whether putting a baby in a bath seat represents an increased risk of drowning compared with a baby without a seat. Without knowing the numbers of mothers that use bath seats it is difficult to come to firm conclusions on the risks to babies. New research is needed to clarify this issue. Whether in a seat or not it is clear that the main risk to babies in the bath is being left unsupervised.

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Introduction Preterm and low birth weight (LBW) infants have complex long-term healthcare needs. The impact on families of caring for a sick infant is increasingly understood, with consequences for attachment and bonding and parental health and wellbeing immediately after birth and beyond. In this qualitative evidence synthesis, we aimed to understand what matters to families about the care provided to preterm or LBW infants in hospital and the community. Methods We searched nine databases and the reference lists of included studies for eligible studies using qualitative methods examining the views of families on healthcare for preterm or LBW infants. We used the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist for qualitative studies to assess study quality and the GRADE-CERQual approach to assess confidence in each review finding. Studies were sampled after data saturation, and thematic synthesis techniques were used for analysis. Results 203 studies were eligible for inclusion. We selected 49 studies from 25 countries for the analysis, based on methodological quality, data richness and on ensuring representation from settings with varying resources. Eight analytical themes were identified. Confidence in most results was moderate to high. What mattered to carers was a positive outcome for the child; active involvement in care; support to cope at home after discharge; emotional support for the family; the healthcare environment; their information needs were met; logistical support was available; and positive relationships with staff. Conclusions Enabling a positive post-natal period for families of small and sick infants is difficult. Experiences of care for preterm or LBW infants vary, but we found high consistency in what matters to families. This information can be used to shape global recommendations on support for infants and carers. More research is needed on what matters to parents who receive community-based care, especially in low resource settings. Key messages • We found high consistency across settings in what matters to families in the care of preterm infants. • Understanding carers views and values ensures that care can be planned to meet the needs of infants and families.