Benefits for pregnant women with paternal participation in prenatal care: an integrative

Abstract

Objective: To identify the benefits provided to pregnant women as a result of paternal participation during prenatal care. Method: This is an integrative literature review carried out from the SciELO, LILACS, BDENF and MEDLINE databases between the months of September and October 2020. The PICO strategy was used to define the guiding question. The searches covered the period from 2014 to 2020. Results: Paternal participation during prenatal care is of paramount importance to favor a greater bond between the couple and provide a welcoming environment for the newborn. In addition, paternal support during prenatal care is able to bring positive feelings to the woman and this influences the course of pregnancy. Conclusion: Challenges need to be overcome for greater participation of men in prenatal care, such as appointment times and coincide with work hours. It is concluded, therefore, that the participation of the father generates a very important bond both in the life of the child and that of the pregnant woman.