A Concept Analysis of Paternal Bonding With Prematurely Born Infants
Nisreen Alnuaimi,
Traci Snedden
Abstract:Background:
Maternal bonding in infancy has long been the focus of research and practice. Despite emerging evidence highlighting the importance of paternal bonding, little attention has been focused on fathers. Simultaneously, there is little clarity regarding possible differences between bonding and attachment.
Purpose:
This article aims to clarify the concept of paternal bonding with infants born prematurely.
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