Continuity of Midwifery Care Supports Maternal Outcomes in Case Study

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10.2991/978-2-38476-589-8_9How to use a DOI?

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Continuity of care; Midwifery care; Maternal health; Newborn care; Case study

Abstract

General Background: Comprehensive midwifery care covering pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, newborn, and family planning is essential in reducing maternal mortality rates through a Continuity of Care (CoC) approach. Specific Background: In clinical practice, CoC implementation ensures continuous monitoring and management of maternal and neonatal conditions across all stages of care. Knowledge Gap: However, detailed case-based evidence describing the application of CoC in real clinical settings remains limited. Aims: This study aims to examine the continuity of midwifery care provided to Mrs. L at Aisyiyah Siti Fatimah General Hospital, Tulangan, Sidoarjo, from pregnancy to contraceptive planning. Results: Using a descriptive case study approach with direct subjective and objective data collection, the findings indicate that CoC was implemented from the third trimester of pregnancy through childbirth, postpartum, newborn care, and family planning. The care was conducted according to physiological midwifery standards, and all stages proceeded smoothly without pathological conditions. Novelty: This study provides a comprehensive case-based illustration of Continuity of Care implementation across the full maternal and neonatal care cycle in a hospital setting. Implications: The findings support the application of CoC as a structured approach in midwifery practice to maintain standard care delivery and ensure maternal and neonatal well-being.

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AU  - Astutik Astutik
AU  - S. M. F. Hanum
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/06/18
TI  - Continuity of Midwifery Care Supports Maternal Outcomes in Case Study
BT  - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Communication and Digital Multimedia 2025 (ICCDM 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 99
EP  - 108
SN  - 2352-5398
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