Percepção das mulheres em idade fértil sobre o consumo de álcool durante a gestação: caso Posto Administrativo da Machava

Abstract

This study aims to assess the perception of women of childbearing age about alcohol consumption during pregnancy: Case of the Machava Administrative Post. For its materialization, a qualitative methodological approach was used with resources from the literature review that consists of consulting manuals, articles and dissertations with themes that address the theme selected 6 women of childbearing age from the Machava administrative post, data collection was based on the interview guide instrument. The results of the study show that most of the women interviewed recognize that alcohol consumption during pregnancy is harmful and can lead to complications for the mother and the fetus. The study suggests that activities that value the health and wellbeing of girls from the Machava administrative post and activities that raise awareness about the risks of alcohol consumption with minors should be promoted.