ALIMENTAÇÃO NUMA GRÁVIDA PORTUGUESA ESTUDO DE CASO APLICANDO A CIPE

Aim: To describe the understanding of a pregnant about how to feed. Methods: Narrative  analyzed through ideographic  explanation. Results: Diagnoses were defined in CIPE®, version 2: a) potentiate for better knowledge about pregnancy, b) potentiate to improve knowledge about body image. Feeding in pregnancy is governed by organic needs and cultural practices. A balance between technical recommendation and food culture is needed. Conclusion: To improve pregnancy experience, maternity staff should consider mother’s perception about feeding. In Portugal, primary health care needs a  more relevant position.   It is suggested to introduce the focus body image. Keywords: Body image; case study; pregnancy; prenatal care.