Indonesian Journal of Innovation Studies
Vol. 27 No. 1 (2026): January

Midwifery Care for Postpartum Mothers with Afterpains Discomfort in Maternity Hospital: Asuhan Kebidanan pada Ibu Nifas dengan Ketidaknyamanan Afterpains di Rumah Sakit Bersalin

Prigi Dewi Gita Aristanti (Program Studi Kebidanan, Universitas MuhammadiyahSidoarjo)
Evi Rinata (Program Studi Kebidanan, Universitas MuhammadiyahSidoarjo)
Hesti Widowati (Program Studi Kebidanan, Universitas MuhammadiyahSidoarjo)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Jan 2026

Abstract

General Background The postpartum period involves physical recovery over six weeks, during which mothers frequently experience afterpains. Specific Background This case study examines sustainable midwifery care for a 28-year-old postpartum mother experiencing afterpains at PMB Hj. Nafsul Muslichah Magersari Sidoarjo. Knowledge Gap Detailed clinical evaluations analyzing normal physiological afterpains alongside continuous midwifery observation frameworks remain essential for proper postpartum care. Aims This study aims to provide and evaluate continuous midwifery care for a postpartum mother complaining of afterpains. Results Assessments and observations from December 30, 2019, to February 2, 2020, indicated that the patient experienced normal physiological uterine contractions without complications, showing no discrepancies against established theories. Novelty This study demonstrates that structured continuous midwifery care combined with non-pharmacological interventions successfully alleviates postpartum uterine discomfort. Implications These findings suggest that healthcare providers should consistently apply comprehensive monitoring and health education to manage postpartum discomfort effectively. Highlights: Postpartum uterine contractions generate physiological afterpains during the initial recovery phase. Continuous midwifery care and observation confirm the absence of pathological complications. Non-pharmacological management effectively reduces postpartum discomfort. Keywords: Midwifery Care, Continuity Of Care, Puerperium, Afterpains, Postpartum Period

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Journal Info

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ijins

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT Education Engineering Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Indonesian Journal of Innovation Studies (IJINS) is a peer-reviewed journal published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo four times a year. This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global ...