THE ROLE OF DIGITAL HEALTH USAGE IN MATERNITY NURSING SERVICES IN INDONESIA : LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

Background: The pace of technological developments has become increasingly rapid, particularly since the Covid-19 pandemic era, leading to various innovations in digital health that have been implemented in health services, including maternity nursing. The study aimed to analyze the role, benefits, and challenges associated with the use of digital health in maternity nursing services in Indonesia. Method: A literature review was conducted from 2021 to 2025 by searching for articles through national and international databases (SINTA, Pubmed, Sage Publications, and Google Scholar) using spesific inclusion criteria based on PRISMA 2020. A total of six relevant articles were then reviewed. Results: The study demonstrated that digital health usage enhances maternity nursing by increasing access to education, and improving the efficiency of nursing services for pregnant and postpartum women, although challenges regarding infrastructure and digital literacy exist. Conclusion: Digital health holds significant potential for supporting maternity nursing practices in Indonesia.