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  • Title: The motherhood choice: themes arising in the decision-making process for women with multiple sclerosis.
    Author: Prunty M, Sharpe L, Butow P, Fulcher G.
    Journal: Mult Scler; 2008 Jun; 14(5):701-4. PubMed ID: 18566034.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to determine the main themes and concerns for women with Multiple Sclerosis when considering motherhood. METHOD: Twenty women with multiple sclerosis from various stages in the decision-making process participated in focus-groups where information was gathered regarding their experiences of making this decision. RESULTS: The themes emerging most frequently during the decision-making process were: a) concerns about the mother's own health and well-being; b) well-being of the child; c) coping with parenting; d) societal attitudes; e) experiencing parenting and f) timing and pressure of the decision. CONCLUSION: The results indicate that information regarding the effect of MS on pregnancy and child-rearing and the effect of pregnancy on MS and its progression need to be made more accessible to women. Information would be a valuable resource for women going through this decision-making process.
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