A importância dos grupos educativos do pré-natal na construção do plano de parto

Abstract

Objective: to identify of the childbirth plan construction by the women of the prenatal educational group offered at birthing center. Method: this was descriptive research with a qualitative approach. Data collection took place in a birthing center located in Rio de Janeiro, and the participants of the study were 11 puerperal assistants in the process of childbirth and birth. The data were submitted to the content analysis, in the thematic modality. Results: the development of the category "Childbirth planning as care technology", showed that the childbirth plan is a fundamental instrument because it is based on the knowledge acquired during prenatal care and workshops for pregnant women, a fact considered essential for women's autonomy. Final Considerations: the results corroborate the guidelines of the World Health Organization and the humanization policies of childbirth and birth of the Ministry of Health, which translate into their documents the need for qualified and safe care.