“It's not just the medical aspects that are important”: A qualitative exploration of first-time parents' experiences of antenatal imaging and their influence on parent-fetal bonding

Antenatal imaging provides clinical information regarding fetal growth and development. The additional benefit afforded by imaging for expectant parents in developing an emotional connection (bond) to the unborn baby is also acknowledged. However, the relationship between imaging and bonding is not fully understood, particularly where there are differing parental and pregnancy circumstances, for example use of advanced imaging techniques or the prenatal diagnosis of a congenital fetal condition.

Source: Radiography - December 7, 2023 Category: Radiology Authors: E. Skelton, D. Cromb, A. Smith, M.P.M. van Poppel, C. Morland, G. Harrison, M. Rutherford, C. Malamateniou, S. Ayers Source Type: research