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Table 3 Summary of the themes and sub-themes identified in this study

From: A qualitative comparison of experiences of specialist mother and baby units versus general psychiatric wards

Themes

Sub-themes

Degree of perinatal focus in care

Expert, tailored support

Co-admission versus separation of mother and baby

Family involvement

Family contact/visits

Family inclusion/support

Therapeutic relationships and environment

Peer support

Therapeutic relationships with staff

Therapeutic environment

Access and post-discharge experiences

Barriers to access

Poor continuity of care post-discharge