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This study focused on the adaptation experiences of international students who are mothers. Using resilience theory perspectives of adaptation, this research investigated the experiences of female students from Saudi Arabia with respect to parenting and family life while studying in the UK. Interviews were conducted with 23 postgraduate students. Questions focused on their experiences as a mother studying in the UK and their accompanying families’ experiences. Responses were analysed using thematic analysis and resilience theory perspectives with data organized into five main resilience themes: challenges and adversities, worries and vulnerabilities, sources of support and protective environments, personal positive experiences and strengths, family positive experiences and strengths. Participants reported experiencing a range of parenting challenges including increased family duties in the absence of extended family support and concerns about their children's upbringing while away from their home country. However, this was balanced by the positive experiences they identified for themselves and their children including personal development and closer relationships within the family .  Advantages of resilience theory perspectives included identifying international students’ personal strengths, competencies and sources of support. Awareness of benefits as well as potential challenges may help to guide and support students and their families before and during their sojourn.

Parenting, resilience and adaptation among female international students from Saudi Arabia and their families