Table 2.

Criteria used to map sub-themes to the TM model constructs.

Model construct	Criteria
Risk perceptions or outcome expectations	The sub-theme should describe perceived risk or outcome expectancies related to the women's health or that of the pregnancy or baby. It can also describe any factors influencing a woman's perception of risk
Increased affective or emotional response	The sub-theme should describe an emotional state or response in relation to the pregnancy directly, or external pregnancy-related factors (e.g. social, environmental, practical)
Redefinition of self-concept or social role	The sub-theme should describe any factors impacting on a woman's sense of identity during her pregnancy