The health of mothers of children with a life-limiting condition: A qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The number of children with a life-limiting condition is increasing. The mothers of these children commonly provide extensive care at home for their child and are at a higher risk of poor health than other mothers. The impact of this is rarely explored from mothers' perspectives.

Aim

To explore mothers' accounts of their physical and mental health, experiences of accessing healthcare and who they think should support their health.

Design

Qualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted and analysed using thematic analysis.

Setting/participants

Thirty mothers of children with a life-limiting condition were recruited via three UK children's hospices and social media.

Results

Mothers felt that their health concerns could be misunderstood by

SUBMITTER: Fisher V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9597138 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature