Abstract:The nature and unpredictable prognosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) make pregnancy and motherhood challenging experiences for women with the disease. Using the thematic synthesis method, we aimed to systematically interpret and synthesize data from qualitative research examining the motherhood experiences of women with MS. The analyses revealed three analytical themes: “Deciding to become a mother,” “The journey during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period,” and “Surviving as a mother with multiple sc… Show more
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