Delphi Expert Parent Study: Factors Needed for 21st Century Pre- and Perinatal Parenting Programs

Abstract

Using Delphi methodology, the current study utilized a panel of “expert” parents (N = 23 after three rounds) to examine nine content-based and logistical factors perceived to be important when developing pre-and perinatal (PPN) parenting programs for the modern day. The aim was to attain consensus on 235 items generated from literature and panelists. Consensus was reached on 126 items (53.62%). The most notable related to needs-based content, barriers to fathers' attendance, and groups of parents who may benefit most from programs. Consistent with the literature, clarity was not achieved for appropriate timing and length of programs. With the diversity of recommendations, next steps involve developing a range of programs that use randomized clinical trials with control groups, effective sample sizes, and are pre-and posttested.

Effect of post-discharge postnatal educational intervention on maternal self-efficacy among low-income primiparas living in informal settlements in Nairobi County, Kenya

“…21,[25][26][27][28] Evidence favors home-based multimodality programs that incorporate experience, and individualized sessions with key content packages addressing self and baby care with information presented via an array of formats. 5,29 Including self-efficacyenhancing strategies in these programs is critical to improving MSE in adopting health-promoting PNPs There is however a paucity of studies establishing the influence of self-efficacy theory-based multimodality follow-up PNE interventions on MSE among low-income primiparas living in informal settlements. This study aimed to determine the effect of a self-efficacy theorybased post-discharge PNE intervention on MSE among low-income primiparas living in informal settlements in Nairobi, Kenya.…”