Dancing In The Rain: Lived Experience Of Pregnant Women Who Are HIV Positive

Marlene  R. Padua,; Anggie Pradana  Putri,

Dancing In The Rain: Lived Experience Of Pregnant Women Who Are HIV Positive

Abstract:

Aim. The purpose of this study was to have an in-depth investigation and description of the lived experiences of pregnant women who are HIV positive. Method. This study is rooted in descriptive phenomenological approach by Husserl. The researchers utilized criterion sampling in the recruitment of the seven (7) participants. Colaizzi's method of data analysis was utilized to understand the meaning of the participants’ lived experiences. Results. “Dancing in the Rain” emerged as the main essence of their experience. It reflects the various predicaments that disrupt their physical and psychological well-being (Theme I), followed by their state of happiness due to their pregnancy along with the acceptance and support from others (Theme 2), as well as their readiness to face the world and battle their disease (Theme 3). Conclusion. The pregnant women who are HIV positive need support and attention physically, psychologically, and socially. In caring for this kind of clients, understanding and open-mindedness are important. The nurses need to provide holistic care to respond to the human dimensions that are affected by such disease.

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