I am a student nurse and I would appreciate it if you would answer these questions to assist with my learning. Do not feel you have to answer them all-any input will be appreciated.



1. In what way did you/are you reacting to the physiological changes experienced during pregnancy, e.G. Hormonal changes causing morning sickness, fatigue, mood swings, cravings, altered body shape, incontinence?



2. In what way did your/is your partner reacting to the physiological changes you experience during pregnancy?



3. Was there any information you found particularly valuable in preparing you for the birth/is there particular information you would provide a parent to be that you have discovered through your experience of birth?



4. How would you describe your experience of birth?



5. What are the social/emotional implications of parenthood?



6. Was there any information you found particularly valuable in preparing you for parenthood/is there particular information you would provide a parent to be that you have discovered through parenthood?



7. Did you access any classes before becoming a parent? Why these classes and were they helpful?



8.Did the father have a role during labour if so what?



9.What was your experience of the postnatal period?

10. How did you ajust to the reality of parenthood?



Thank you.