Abstract
Objective: To discuss the defense of healthy birth from the conceptions of health professionals working in a public Maternity. Methodology: This is an exploratory, exploratory study with a qualitative approach. 42 health professionals participated. Data collection occurred between September 2015 and February 2016, using an interview. Four categories were organized, using the content analysis proposed by Bardin. Results: professionals have diverse opinions about abortion and also about the beginning of a person's rights. When dealing with situations that threaten the life and health of the concept, they cited abortion, violence against women, lack of Family Planning and prenatal care. In guaranteeing healthy birth, they mentioned individual and intersectoral actions. Conclusion: professional qualification and strengthening prenatal adherence are indicated, encouraging pregnant women to carry out consultations continuously and assiduously, improving the structure of the program, in order to facilitate the early identification of pregnant women and, consequently, the factors Of risk. It is also suggested to know and care for the principles of the right to life and health.