Gestation and experience of spirituality: literacy and self-perception

Abstract

Objective: To investigate the health literacy of pregnant women, as well as the meaning attributed to the gestational period and self-awareness. Methods: This is a descriptive exploratory study with a qualitative approach, in which a conversation circle was held with pregnant women in the second trimester of pregnancy with participants in the Bem Nascer extension project, promoted by the college. This conversation was held at a basic health unit located about Santa Rita, in Vila Velha - ES, where 11 participants were interviewed. Results: The results indicated that there is still a weakness in relation to health literacy related to the gestational period and that spirituality and self-reflection are strongly linked to this phase of female life. Conclusion: It must be ensured that the woman has a better knowledge about the moment of pregnancy, so that each step can be understood, and that her welcoming is unique, considering her spirituality, and enabling empowerment in the face of the gestational period, while childbirth and the puerperium.