Rupambika Sahoo, Leslie Edward S Lewis, Sebestina Anita Dsouza
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The aim of this study was to understand first-time mothers' experience of caring for their preterm infant in an Indian context using a descriptive qualitative design. Six first-time mothers of preterm infants were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide. Thematic analysis revealed the overarching theme of "striving to be a mother to an infant with special needs," with three categories: contextual constraints at the hospital and home, mothers' personal limitations and coping strategies. The study findings highlight the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique needs of first-time mothers of preterm infants.
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Occupational Therapy in Health Care is a journal of contemporary practice in occupational therapy. It provides occupational therapy practitioners with a forum to stay up-to-date on current methods and theories in the field. Focused on everyday practice, the journal addresses the concerns of new and experienced therapists, presenting innovations in client evaluations and treatments, current research findings, critical reviews of current textbooks, descriptions of novel programs and descriptions of fieldwork innovations. An essential guide to the changing trends in health care, social services, and education, Occupational Therapy in Health Care provides occupational therapy practitioners with a forum to stay up-to-date on current methods and theories in the field.
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