To demonstrate the absence of short-term negative effects in cesarean sections followed by skin-to-skin contact, with or without the presence of a companion, and the greater satisfaction of these women.
A satisfaction survey was designed for use in all women who had undergone a cesarean section. A total of 300 questionnaires were analyzed.
Among women accompanied by companions, 98.2 % considered this measure to be a source of support. The puerperium was normal in 94.2 % of accompanied women versus 87.2 % of those who were unaccompanied (p = 0.69).
No negative effects on the mother or newborn are associated with either skin-to-skin contact after delivery or the presence of a companion during cesarean section.