Almeida JDSD, Alves EM, Sodré TM, Pinto KRTDF, Medeiros FF, Bernardy CCF. Feelings about birth by a group of high-risk pregnant women.
Rev Bras Enferm 2023;
76:e20230059. [PMID:
38055490 DOI:
10.1590/0034-7167-2023-0059]
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Abstract
OBJECTIVE
to understand feelings about birth among a group of high-risk pregnant women.
METHOD
a descriptive and qualitative study, using Alfred Schütz's social phenomenology as a philosophical theoretical framework. The study included 25 pregnant women undergoing high-risk prenatal care. The interview had the following guiding questions: tell me about your feelings regarding the moment of birth/childbirth; How do you deal with the high-risk diagnosis? What are your expectations for birth/childbirth?
RESULTS
five categories emerged: Fear of obstetric care; Fear of complications with the baby; Fear of cesarean section; Resilience in the face of high-risk pregnancy; and Expectations for birth.
CONSIDERATIONS
high-risk pregnant women are afraid of the care they will receive, the risks and concern about the baby's vitality at birth. The importance of care is emphasized, with a welcoming environment, bonding and communication between health team and pregnant woman.
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