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Table 2 Themes and sub-themes identified

From: Knowledge and decisions about maternal immunisation by pregnant women in Aotearoa New Zealand

Node

Themes

Knowledge about vaccination in pregnancy

• Gaps in awareness

• Vaccination: Possible protection versus potential harms

• Infection: Perceived potential harm and risk of infection

Influences on decisions

Decided to vaccinate

• Being well-informed is important

• Clear recommendations have impact

• Understanding protective benefits

Unvaccinated or undecided

• Previously held beliefs and practices

• Need more effective discussions

• Not prioritised