Optimizing Maternal Health Outcomes: The Role of Midwifery in Providing Holistic and Evidence-Based Care for Pregnant Women

Abstract

This article examines the essential role of midwifery in optimizing maternal health outcomes through holistic and evidence-based care approaches for pregnant women. Midwifery care, with its focus on personalized and continuous support, plays a critical role in addressing the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of expectant mothers. This paper reviews recent research on midwifery practices and assesses their impact on maternal and neonatal health outcomes, including reduced intervention rates, improved birth experiences, and higher levels of maternal satisfaction. By incorporating evidence-based guidelines and fostering a supportive environment, midwives can enhance prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care quality. Findings indicate that midwifery care, when integrated within broader healthcare systems, contributes to safer and more positive pregnancy and birth experiences. This study highlights the importance of strengthening midwifery-led models of care to support maternal health and provides practical recommendations for healthcare providers and policymakers aiming to advance maternal healthcare practices through midwifery.