Impact of current Australian paid parental leave on families of preterm and sick infants.

Abbey L EelesJoy E OlsenKate L CameronClare T McKinnonKate L RawnsleyMelinda CruzKylie PussellKara DuboisRodney W HuntJeanie Ly CheongAlicia Jane Spittle

Published in: Journal of paediatrics and child health (2022)

Having an infant born preterm or sick has significant emotional and financial implications for families. The current Australian Government PPL scheme does not adequately support parents of preterm or sick infants, and a change is urgently needed to improve outcomes for this vulnerable population.

Keyphrases

low birth weight
gestational age
preterm birth
preterm infants
type diabetes
healthcare
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
weight loss
affordable care act