Table 1.

Example of the process of the structural analysis

Meaning-bearing units	Condensation	Sub-themes	Theme
Thought that it would be interesting to meet other parents and knowing also that they are getting closer to delivering the baby and to be the parent that they desired to be.	Interesting to meet other expecting parents, knowing that the delivery is getting closer, and the urge to become a parent.	To meet others in similar situations.	To feel socially connected.
It was nice to meet and talk with others in the same situation as me… to hear what they had on their mind and things like that	It was nice to meet with other expectant parents to talk and discuss.	To exchange experiences.
I expected a review of the delivery itself and we got it and even saw an old movie. We even talked about different pain relief.	I expected a review of the delivery and pain relief.	To obtain information.	To get knowledge.
The group had a good size and composition. There was one girl who was really good, she had a number of children and because she was alone she was extra important and she got a lot of questions.	Good size and composition of the group, good with multiple birth mother, she was meaningful and got a lot of questions.	Good with experience
However the midwife did give information about some things that I had not thought of, and this shows that there must be some sort of standard of what every parent should know. Breastfeeding, bonding, milk supply and so on.	The midwife gave information about things that I had not thought of so this indicates there is a need for standardized information.	A wish to get information from the midwife.	The role of the midwife.
It seemed to me that the midwife informed us in a relevant, fun and factual manner without lecturing, which I think is important.	The midwife gave relevant information in a nice manner and that is important.	Competent midwife.