The Importance of Continuity of Care (COC) as a Support System During Pregnancy: a Case Report

Natalia Putri Aricahyo; Dwi Izzati; Ivon Diah

Authors

Natalia Putri Aricahyo Pendidikan Profesi Bidan Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya
Dwi Izzati Pendidikan Profesi Bidan Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya
Ivon Diah Pendidikan Profesi Bidan Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya

Keywords:

Support system, psychology in pregnancy, pregnancy

Abstract

Support systems during pregnancy play an important role in maintaining the physical and mental health of pregnant women, as well as supporting fetal development. Emotional support from partners, family, and friends can help pregnant women manage the stress and anxiety that often arise during pregnancy and after childbirth. CoC (Continuity of Care) assistance has a role in providing ongoing support as well as providing counseling and education regarding childbirth preparation and parenting. Case Report: The mother with G1P000 pregnancy at the beginning of the second trimester experiences psychological changes such as mood swings, anxiety, and loneliness due to lack of support from the support system. Support from the closest people such as husband, family, and health workers have an important role in the physical and psychological condition of the mother, especially during pregnancy. With the collaboration between the mother, family and companion will minimize the impact that can occur for the health of the mother and fetus: Conclusion: Assistance carried out through continuous care has become an important part of midwifery service delivery. The role of the companion in the pregnancy process is very important, not only as a provider of information and health monitor, but also as a source of emotional and psychosocial support for pregnant women.

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