Meaning-making of existential aspects of motherhood transition: a systematic qualitative review protocol using framework synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Evidence-based, compassionate practice is a key objective in midwifery care, with particular emphasis on existential aspects of women's experiences during the transition to motherhood. In 2014, a scoping review was published exploring this phenomenon. The interest in this review exemplified the growing scholarly and clinical interest in this subject. However, the scoping review is outdated and does not meet up-to-date methodological standards. This qualitative systematic review will synthesise qualitative studies that explore the existential aspects of becoming a mother, aiming to identify potential unmet needs and articulate women's preferences for care during motherhood transition. Findings from this synthesis may contribute valuable insights for developing evidence-

SUBMITTER: Moos C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12815203 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature