Akhter S, et al. – The goal of this study is to investigate the lived experience of women in Bangladesh working in the ready–made garment industry as they strive to be mothers and family providers, often in high–stress conditions. Keeping in mind the end goal to enhance the health and well–being of female garment workers, steps ought to be taken to develop health interventions to meet the needs of this important group of workers who are contributing significantly to the economic development of the country.