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Aquichan
Print version ISSN 1657-5997
Abstract
MUNOZ-SERRANO, Mónica; URIBE-TORRES, Claudia and HOGA, Luiza. Fathers Prepared For and Committed to Their Role as Companions during the Birth Process. Aquichan [online]. 2018, vol.18, n.4, pp.415-425. ISSN 1657-5997. https://doi.org/10.5294/aqui.2018.18.4.4.
Objective:
To identify fathers' needs in their preparation as a companion to provide emotional support to mothers during childbirth.
Materials and methods:
An action research project was carried out involving twelve men and their wives. Their educational needs were explored using focus groups and structured interviews during 2015 and 2016.
Results:
The main emerging themes were "knowing more about the birth process" and "being there with her and for her" as benefits that contribute to the role of a sensitive companion prepared to understand the woman's needs. Considering one of the major emerging themes, antenatal training for fathers as companions and support during childbirth was developed, implemented and evaluated.
Conclusion:
It is essential to consider different strategies to strengthen the father's role by increasing their skills for integration, empowerment and support during birth, and to enhance their satisfaction in meeting the needs felt in a family birth scenario.
Keywords : Prenatal education; childbirth; parturition; fathers; social support; action research; health services research.
