Table 4 Perceived improved patient and family outcomes related to visitor restrictions during COVID-19
Sub-Categories | Quotations |
|---|---|
More Maternal Rest | “I feel like our moms are much more well rested since we don’t have visitors. I feel like they are breastfeeding better. I feel like bonding and stuff is better and there’s less stress for mom to have to worry about constant visitors in and out of the hospital and not worrying about breastfeeding in front of her family and that kind of stuff.” |
More Breastfeeding | “The lack of visitors too has helped with breastfeeding. It’s helped with both of the parents getting more rest because they’re not worried about people coming in…” |
More Family Bonding Time | “We find that moms are resting better, which helps with their blood pressure…. We noticed that moms are breastfeeding better. They’re sleeping better. They’re asking questions. They’re learning stuff. Dad is getting involved. Dad does skin to skin... It’s bonding time for mom, dad, and baby, or mom and baby.” |