Table 2.
Overview of the coding scheme
| Merging and recurrent topics (Patterns), regarding; | Subcategories | Categories | Interview illustrative quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Learning about parenting question A (academic goals) | Identification of underlying fears Reflecting on the importance of ‘letting go’ Showing examples of thinking creatively about future goals |
Feeling less stressed about one’s academic goals Awareness of the individuality of the child |
… |
| 2. Learning about parenting question B (connection) | Importance of saying ‘yes’ to play more often Examples of reflecting on one’s own internal working models Showing knowledge on the impact of one’s emotions on the child Examples of ‘tweaking’ patterns of listening and communication |
Importance of ‘quality’ time Importance of communication |
… |
| 3. Learning about parenting question C (autonomy) | Awareness of old and new ways of communication Identification of children’s needs Finding ways to provide more autonomy Showing examples of finding the balance in dialogical communication |
Expressing the importance of listening Expressing the importance of expression |
… |
| 4. Patterns that reduced parenting stress (instrumental factors) | Sharing/working with other parents Mindfulness & EFT Activity based approach |
Co-creating knowledge | … |
| 5. Patterns responsible for the overall feasibility of the programme | Time constraints Expectations Children not involved |
Reaching out to parents in need, at the correct time | … |