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Mothers' groups initiated by health visitors: Why do some groups continue over years? A qualitative study with a phenomenographic approach
Engelsk titel: Mothers' groups initiated by health visitors: Why do some groups continue over years? A qualitative study with a phenomenographic approach Läs online Författare: Borup, Ina K Språk: Eng Antal referenser: 14 Dokumenttyp: Artikel UI-nummer: 15043603

Tidskrift

Nordic Journal of Nursing Research 2015;35(1)13-9 ISSN 2057-1585 E-ISSN 2057-1593 KIBs bestånd av denna tidskrift Denna tidskrift är expertgranskad (Peer-Reviewed)

Sammanfattning

Aim To describe mothers’ perceptions of what characterized mothers’ groups that continued over many years and to explore how the mothers benefitted from participating. Background Scarce knowledge about mothers’ groups in a long term perspective. Methods A qualitative research design was applied. Data were obtained by focus group discussions in three mothers’ groups that had lasted for 13, 16 and 21 years, respectively. Data was analysed using a phenomenographic approach. Findings The analysis revealed three descriptive categories and nine sub-categories. The categories were: Structure and contents over the years; Diverse backgrounds and views, with respect; and Revitalization, continuation and outcome of the groups. The underlying structure was found to be that the mothers’ groups had developed from baby-oriented to life-oriented forums and constituted a free space built upon confidentiality and trust, and with respect for differences. Conclusion The study concludes that mothers’ groups may result in social support and new coping strategies. Health professionals should encourage established groups to continue on their own. More research on the drop-outs from the groups is needed.