The family GP. A valued resource for families with young babies.
BACKGROUND
There is little research citing the changing health needs of families with newborn babies.


METHODS
Sixteen families participated in a series of interviews during their babies' first year. Data collection and analysis were driven by grounded theory techniques.


RESULTS
Parents drew upon a range of resources and strategies to maintain both individual and family health. Child and family oriented general practitioners were an important health resource, and parents spent considerable effort in finding a suitable one.


CONCLUSIONS
General practitioners seen as trustworthy, accessible and skilled are highly valued and sought after.
School of Nursing, Australian Catholic University, Queensland. k.mason@mcauley.acu.edu.au
Karen
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Mason
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D005192:Family Health; D005194:Family Practice / Q000379:methods*; D005195:Family Relations; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D020380:Needs Assessment; D010819:Physician's Role; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D011793:Queensland; D012106:Research; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012959:Socioeconomic Factors