Table 2

Summary of interpreted themes and subthemes

ThemeSubtheme
1 Experiences of FGM during life, pregnancy and labour
  1. Knowledge of and personal beliefs about FGM

  2. Impact of FGM on life

  3. Impact of FGM during pregnancy and labour

  4. Experiences and perceptions of deinfibulation or reversal

  5. Mode and location of delivery

2 Experience of care from midwives
  1. Relationship between the woman and the midwife

  2. Midwife awareness of Somali culture and religion

3 Adaptation to English life
  1. Cultural beliefs and perceptions about ANC services

  2. Ability to access ANC services

  • ANC, antenatal care; FGM, female genital mutilation.