Saberes y experiencias de autocuidado durante el puerperio inmediato y mediato en madres de la comunidad de Motupe de la provincia de Loja. 2024-2025

Abstract

Abstract: This study investigates the knowledge and experiences of self-care during the immediate and immediate postpartum period in mothers from the community of Motupe, province of Loja. Through semi-structured interviews, the influences of cultural practices and ancestral knowledge on maternal wellbeing are evidenced. The findings highlight hygiene, nutrition, family support and emotions faced by mothers, underlining the need to integrate this knowledge in health care to improve maternal health outcomes. The general objective is to interpret this knowledge and experiences, while the specific objectives include describing the demographic characteristics of the study population, identifying self-care knowledge, and understanding the personal and emotional experiences of women in relation to their self-care. Through a qualitative approach based on the guidelines of the COREQ checklist and the application of a deliberate sampling, a thorough exploration of the phenomenon was achieved, which allowed the development of a comprehensive and contextualized understanding based on the analysis of the information obtained.