Abstract
Objective : The present study aimed to elucidate the current conditions of and issues regarding support for mothers and children at a perinatal care center.
Methods：The study focused on 294 mothers who received the services at the center. Data were obtained through basic information sheets that were filled following admission to the care center, care plan worksheets, questionnaire surveys conducted after using the care center service, application sheets sent by the municipal office where the mother resided, and information from utilization report forms.
Results：It was found that 294 users received overnight stay perinatal care services. They received postnatal care, counseling related to child rearing, and neonatal care. It was revealed that the users were satisfied with received advice on physical care and specific instructions on child-rearing methods. Moreover, they were highly
satisfied by the staff’s caring and supportive attitude. They appreciated that there was someone they could talk to, and they expressed their desire to continue using the service.
Conclusions：Since the number of users is not many, it is urgent to clarify and publicize the advantages of using the care center. In addition further efforts include
asking health care professionals to introduce the center and promoting a better understanding of the center among pregnant women, mothers, and their families are necessary.
