INDIGENOUS WOMEN´S CHILDBIRTH: NURSE CARE WITH A FOCUS ON GOOD PRACTICES

Abstract

Introduction: Childbirth for Indigenous women involves cultural, social, and spiritual meanings that go beyond the physiological aspect. In Brazil, Indigenous people still face geographical, linguistic, and cultural barriers in accessing healthcare. In this context, nursing plays a central role in promoting humanized and evidence-based care, respecting cultural diversity and the woman's protagonism in childbirth. Objective: This study aims to analyze the challenges faced by nursing professionals in providing childbirth care to Indigenous women in primary care, focusing on the implementation of good childbirth and birth practices that respect cultural specificities and promote a safe and humanized childbirth experience. Materials and Methods: This study consists of a qualitative literature review, descriptive and exploratory in nature, based on scientific articles, specialized journals, and legislation. The research addresses the appreciation of cultural practices in the care of Indigenous women and the challenges faced by nursing, highlighting the importance of public policies that promote adequate training and services adapted for comprehensive and culturally sensitive care. Results: It was observed that nursing care for indigenous women during childbirth still faces significant challenges, such as a lack of specific training for professionals, cultural barriers, and difficulties in accessing communities. The fundamental role of Indigenous Health Agents as cultural mediators was also highlighted, as well as the need to strengthen the intercultural training of nurses, aiming for safer, more humanized care that respects traditional knowledge.