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Table 2 Results of the data analysis

From: Exploring the experiences related to postpartum changes: perspectives of mothers and healthcare providers in Iran

Code

Sub -category

Main category

Feeling of loss of fitness

Feeling of decreased beauty

Feeling of decreased female attractiveness

Feeling of decreased physical attractiveness

Feeling of less sexual attractiveness

Feeling of decreased sexual function

Feeling of less sexual desire

Physical problems

Physical burnout

Feeling of insolvency and helplessness

Heavy burden of duties and responsibilities

Concerns about baby health

Mental preoccupations

Concerns about returning physical health to pre-pregnancy condition

Evaluate parental performance

Child, the most important motivation to continue living

Changing the meaning of life

Beginning a new period in life

Child, the first priority of life

Feeling of empowered

Feeling of maturity

Higher resilience

Feeling of perfection

Changing the relationship with husband

Deepening the communication

Changing the relationship with family members

Changing the relationships with friends and relatives