<![CDATA[Anxiety among pregnant women in the third trimester (TM III) often increases as delivery approaches, potentially affecting their childbirth experience and maternal-neonatal outcomes. Education on childbirth preparation through simple media, such as flipcharts, has the potential to reduce anxiety by enhancing knowledge and self-efficacy. Well-prepared childbirth can impact maternal-neonatal safety, reduce anxiety, and influence the choice of a safe birth setting. The use of appropriate educational media (educational videos, booklets/leaflets, flipcharts, and KIA books) can enhance knowledge and readiness among third-trimester pregnant women. However, local evidence from practice in Independent Midwifery Practice. Childbirth preparation is a crucial aspect of enhancing both the physical and psychological readiness of third-trimester pregnant women. The right educational media can serve as an effective tool to increase knowledge, reduce anxiety, and aid decision-making in preparation for childbirth. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of media as an educational tool for childbirth preparation among third-trimester pregnant women in Independent Midwifery Practice Places (TPMB) in Jakarta and Bekasi in 2025. A quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest approach was employed. The sample consisted of 30 third-trimester pregnant women who met the inclusion criteria. Data were collected using validated knowledge and anxiety questionnaires. Data analysis was conducted using paired t-tests and Wilcoxon signed-rank tests to compare pre- and post-intervention results. The findings indicated a significant increase in knowledge (p < 0.05) and a reduction in anxiety levels among most respondents after the media intervention. The media proved to be an effective tool for childbirth education among third-trimester pregnant women. It is recommended that healthcare providers, particularly midwives, optimally utilize educational media in antenatal care]]>
