Guided Participation Discharge Program for Very Preterm Infants

This study aimed at investigating the feasibility of a new guided participation (GP) discharge program for parents of very preterm infants. A randomized controlled trial was conducted in a neonatal intensive care unit. The intervention included three structured GP sessions and one follow‐up phone call. The control group received usual care. Outcomes measured included parents' efficacy and satisfaction with parenting, and perceived stress. Data collection was conducted at baseline, on day of discharge, after the follow‐up phone call, and 1 month after discharge. The outcomes were analyzed on the basis of intention‐to‐treat principles.