PURPOSE:
To share the experience of the project “Being Born at HGO,” conducted autonomously and exclusively by Midwives at the Local Health Unit of Almada and Seixal.

DISCUSSION:
The project “Being Born at HGO,” which aims to promote literacy in the field of obstetrics—specifically related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care—arose from the need to foster a commitment from the Maternity Ward of Hospital Garcia de Orta towards the population of pregnant service users. The relevance of this project, initiated in 2024, is based on the expressed interest of the population who requested information regarding the care provided at Hospital Garcia de Orta’s maternity ward. Consequently, informational sessions were planned and disseminated throughout the Local Health Unit of Almada and Seixal for interested individuals. The pertinence of the topics is evaluated, and suggestions are accepted to ensure the information provided meets the needs of the users. The acquisition and understanding of this information are essential for conscious and informed decision-making, significantly contributing to the population’s sense of empowerment, which ideally translates into positive satisfaction outcomes with healthcare services.

EVIDENCE WHERE RELEVANT:
Data was collected through satisfaction questionnaires administered after the sessions. Out of 93 completed surveys, the overall satisfaction rate was 4.82 on a modified Likert scale from 0 to 5. On the same scale, respondents rated 4.83 in terms of recommending the session to other couples. Overall, the content was considered clear and useful, with appropriate session duration and pacing.

KEY MESSAGE:
Midwives play a crucial role in presenting the care provided at Hospital Garcia de Orta’s maternity ward, strengthening the relationship between healthcare professionals and users—particularly pregnant women and couples—increasing health literacy and enabling informed decision-making. Pregnancy - antenatal