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Keywords
Pregnancy
Labor
Humanization
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Abstract
Objective: To analyze in the current scientific evidence how integrative and complementary practices influence during labor and contribute to the reduction of pain. Methods: Integrative literature review, in which articles were consulted in the databases, Scielo, Lilacs, Medline and BDEnf, with studies that is adequate with the theme in question, in English, Portuguese and Spanish, between the years 2016 an 2021. Results: After an evaluation of current studies, verified that the practices in which pregnant women used, brought relief from pain and anxiety in labor, among the most used are the bath with warm water, Swiss ball and companion presence. Final considerations: Therefore, it is necessary that health professionals use integrative and complementary practices in their daily life, clarifying their benefits to pregnant women and offering full autonomy to women to choose what they want in this unique moment, making it more special.