Legal Foundations in Midwifery Practice is a timely and indispensable contribution to midwifery education and professional development in the Philippines. It serves as a comprehensive and thoughtfully organized resource that delves deeply into the laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards governing the practice of midwifery. This book is designed to empower a broad spectrum of readers—students, educators, practicing midwives, institutional leaders, and policy advocates—with the critical knowledge and legal literacy necessary to navigate the dynamic intersections of health, law, and ethics.

Its commitment to bridging the often daunting gap between legal theory and clinical application makes this work particularly commendable. By integrating detailed statutory analysis with real-world case studies, current professional guidelines, and policy discourse, the book creates a practical yet intellectually rigorous foundation for understanding legal accountability in midwifery. It does not merely inform—it equips. Readers are guided to think critically, act ethically, and advocate confidently for women’s rights and the highest standards of maternal care.

This book, Midwifery Research Proposal Writing: From Concept to Completion, is designed to guide midwives, students, and researchers through the intricate process of developing a compelling research proposal. By providing a structured, step-by-step approach, this book ensures that aspiring midwifery researchers can articulate their research questions, justify their studies, and develop a solid foundation for evidence-based inquiry.

This book is essential because it focuses on midwifery-specific research challenges, ethical considerations, and real-world applications. With a strong emphasis on practical examples and structured guidelines, it demystifies the complexities of proposal writing. It provides a clear pathway from idea conception to a well-drafted research proposal.