Manuscript Types

Berikut adalah penyesuaian teks Types of Articles / Focus & Scope untuk Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan dalam bahasa Inggris yang disesuaikan dengan bidang kebidanan, kesehatan maternal dan neonatal, serta pelayanan kebidanan:

Types of Articles Accepted by Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan

Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan accepts scientific manuscripts that present empirical research findings, clinical studies, critical evidence-based analyses, and systematic theoretical or practical reviews in the fields of midwifery, maternity care, and maternal-neonatal health. Submitted manuscripts must contribute significantly to the advancement of midwifery science and clinical practice.

All submitted manuscripts must articulate clear objectives, sound methodology, in-depth scientific analysis, and constructive conclusions or clinical implications. Manuscripts must align with the focus and scope of Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan and adhere to the applicable author guidelines and publication ethics.

Article Types Accepted

  1. Original Research Article

    Articles reporting original findings from clinical trials, observational studies, quantitative research, qualitative research, or mixed-methods studies in maternity care and midwifery. Manuscripts must include an introduction/background, clear research objectives, research design and methodology, data analysis, results, in-depth discussion, and practical clinical implications.

  2. Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Articles documenting rigorous systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, or critical syntheses of clinical evidence regarding maternity care, maternal health interventions, or neonatal outcomes. Manuscripts must follow established reporting guidelines (such as PRISMA), present a clear study selection process, gap analysis, and offer evidence-based recommendations.

  3. Clinical Case Study and Midwifery Care Practice

    Articles providing detailed analysis and critical discussion of rare, complex, or high-risk clinical cases in maternity and neonatal care. Manuscripts must present patient background/case presentation, diagnostic procedures, midwifery/clinical management, outcomes, and a comprehensive discussion highlighting lessons learned for clinical practice.

  4. Health Policy and Maternity Care Program Evaluation

    Articles analyzing and evaluating public health initiatives, maternal health policies, reproductive health programs, or clinical guidelines. Manuscripts should detail the background, program implementation, outcome measures, comparative analysis, and actionable recommendations for policy or practice improvement.

  5. Conceptual Framework and Evidence-Based Practice Article

    Articles examining theoretical frameworks, innovative care models, or the translation of evidence into midwifery practice. Manuscripts should elaborate on conceptual frameworks, practical feasibility, and potential impacts on maternal and child health outcomes.

General Submission Guidelines

All manuscripts submitted to Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan must meet the following criteria:

  • Scope Alignment: Relevant to the focus and scope of Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan, specifically midwifery, maternity nursing, reproductive health, and maternal-neonatal care.

  • Methodological Rigor: Present a well-structured study with clear objectives, sound methodology, and ethical approval (where applicable).

  • Evidence-Based Argumentation: Articulate clinical or scientific findings systematically using factual data and validated tools.

  • Relevant Literature: Utilize up-to-date scientific references and peer-reviewed journal literature to support the discussion.

  • Publication Ethics: Strictly adhere to publication ethics, ensure freedom from plagiarism, and maintain academic integrity.

  • Required Declarations: Declare author contributions, funding sources (if applicable), ethical approval details, conflict of interest statements, AI tool usage, and data availability.

  • Formatting: Fully comply with the latest Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan manuscript template and formatting guidelines.

Low-Priority Manuscripts

Jurnal Maternitas Kebidanan does not prioritize manuscripts that merely summarize existing literature without critical appraisal, popular opinion pieces lacking scientific foundation, routine clinical activity reports without rigorous evaluation, or manuscripts that do not demonstrate a clear contribution to midwifery and maternal health science.