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Developing a public health approach to supporting parents

The report brings together current theory, research evidence and insight into the experience of parents and professionals in Wales conducted between 2018 and 2022.

Underpinning work included:

  • Theory development.
  • 2 Evidence reviews – risk and protective factors.
  • Parental Insights. 2 studies.
    • Focus groups, paired and individual in-depth interviews with 141 parents.
    • Focus groups with 38 parents.
  • Professional insight – 2 studies.
    • Focus groups and in-depth phone interviews. 70 professionals including Health Visitors Midwives and university staff.
    • 35 in depth interviews with parenting professionals or practitioners.

Further details can be found in the technical report.