EXPERIENCES OF PUERPERAL WOMEN IN SKIN-TO-SKIN CONTACT WITH NEWBORNS IN THE FIRST POSTPARTUM HOUR

Abstract

Objective: to describe experience of puerperal women on skin-to-skin contact with the newborn in the first hour after delivery. Method: qualitative research, carried out in the Joint Accommodation of the Hospital Universitário da Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil. 20 puerperal women were interviewed between July and December 2019. Content analysis was used, using the Atlas.ti 9 software. Results: three categories were unveiled: Surprising with the experience of skin-to-skin contact; Ambivalent feelings regarding skin-to-skin contact; and Reflecting on the actions of professionals regarding skin-to-skin contact. Final considerations: the experience was considered positive and different from previous experiences, despite insecurity and limited access to information since prenatal care. Skinto-skin contact does not imply additional expenses, does not pose risks to the binomial, provides high quality care, contributing to the satisfaction of the woman and health benefits of the newborn.