Major themes | Sub-themes |
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1. Around the clock care | • Feeding • Temperature • Infection prevention • Constant observations • Juggling other duties |
2. Mothers’ self-perceptions and attitudes of significant others | • Perceptions of mothers • Attitudes of in-laws and other family members • Attitudes of friends |
3. Mothers’ health and well-being | • Intense emotions • Sleep deprivation • Self-neglect |
4. Support | • Support from husbands • Support from In-laws • Support from extended families • Support from friends |