Enfermeiro faz parto? : um olhar de gestantes e obstetras.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To know the view of pregnant women and obstetricians in relation to the childbirth carried out by midwife. METHODS: Descriptive qualitative exploratory research, with data produced in an obstetrical unit of a Hospital Escola, in the interior of Rio Grande do Sul. There were 14 interviews with obstetricians and pregnant women. RESULTS: The need to mobilize regional class entities in the promotion and dissemination of the benefits of midwife at the birth scene is indicated, so that obstetricians and users can experience the benefits of a midwife playing a role in obstetric care. CONCLUSION: The lack of knowledge of midwives attributions influences the transition of the current model of obstetric care. In order to reflect on this moment, the disclousure and dissemination of the skills of these professionals can be envisaged and can be used to humanize the childbirth through the encouragement of management and governmental and non-governmental organizations.