Table 1 Themes and Sub-themes
Theme | Sub-theme |
|---|---|
Misconception and misunderstanding about disability | - Disability as a symbol of misfortune |
- Doubts about sexuality and ability to conceive and care | |
- Passing on their disability | |
- Disability as their identity | |
Neglected/Ignored sexual and reproductive needs and rights of women with disabilities | - Discouragement of disabled women’s marriage and family life |
- Pregnancy and child birth of women with disability as an additional burden to the family and society | |
Rejection and Exclusion by the family and society | - Rejection of reproductive choice |
- Exclusion from family decision making and community groups | |
Facing challenges due to powerlessness | - Discrimination and exploitation |
- Violence and abuse | |
- Perceived risk and fear | |
Emotional support | - Encouragement from family, neighbours and healthcare providers |
- Empathy, love and support; strengths |