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Top Journals in Maternity and Midwifery

Presenting here the list of top journals in the field of Maternity And Midwifery, which you can always refer to and cite while writing your thesis and research papers. You can also submit your research paper in these journals to show the standard and worthiness of your work. This list is ordered by Scopus ranking. Subject category Maternity and Midwifery falls under area Nursing.

Note: The impact score shown here is equivalent to the average number of times documents published in a journal/conference in the past two years have been cited in the current year (i.e., Cites / Doc. (2 years)). It is based on Scopus data and can be a little higher or different compared to the impact factor (IF) produced by Journal Citation Report. Please refer to the Web of Science data source to check the exact journal impact factor ™ (Thomson Reuters) metric.


1. Women and Birth


Women and Birth is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q1); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q1). It is published by Elsevier B.V.. The overall rank of Women and Birth is 3018. ISSN of this journal is/are 18715192, 18781799.

Impact Score: 3.77 h-Index: 63 SJR: 1.318 Overall Ranking: 3018



2. Women's Health Issues


Women's Health Issues is a journal covering the categories related to Health (social science) (Q1); Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q1); Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health (Q1). It is published by Elsevier Inc.. The overall rank of Women's Health Issues is 3473. ISSN of this journal is/are 10493867, 18784321.

Impact Score: 2.52 h-Index: 75 SJR: 1.217 Overall Ranking: 3473


3. Midwifery


Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q1). It is published by Churchill Livingstone. The overall rank of Midwifery is 4987. ISSN of this journal is/are 02666138, 15323099.

Impact Score: 2.85 h-Index: 91 SJR: 0.981 Overall Ranking: 4987


4. International Journal of Women's Health


International Journal of Women's Health is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q2); Oncology (Q2). It is published by Dove Medical Press Ltd. The overall rank of International Journal of Women's Health is 6285. ISSN of this journal is/are 11791411.

Impact Score: 2.70 h-Index: 71 SJR: 0.843 Overall Ranking: 6285


5. Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health


Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q2); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q2). It is published by Wiley-Blackwell. The overall rank of Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health is 8319. ISSN of this journal is/are 15269523.

Impact Score: 1.78 h-Index: 80 SJR: 0.685 Overall Ranking: 8319



6. Breastfeeding Medicine


Breastfeeding Medicine is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Health Policy (Q2); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q2); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q2); Pediatrics (Q2). It is published by Mary Ann Liebert Inc.. The overall rank of Breastfeeding Medicine is 9201. ISSN of this journal is/are 15568253, 15568342.

Impact Score: 1.45 h-Index: 63 SJR: 0.628 Overall Ranking: 9201


7. JOGNN - Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing


JOGNN - Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing is a journal covering the categories related to Critical Care Nursing (Q1); Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q2); Pediatrics (Q2). It is published by Elsevier B.V.. The overall rank of JOGNN - Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing is 9464. ISSN of this journal is/are 08842175, 15526909.

Impact Score: 1.50 h-Index: 88 SJR: 0.613 Overall Ranking: 9464


8. Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare


Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q2). It is published by Elsevier B.V.. The overall rank of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare is 9749. ISSN of this journal is/are 18775764, 18775756.

Impact Score: 1.56 h-Index: 42 SJR: 0.596 Overall Ranking: 9749


9. International Journal of Community Based Nursing and Midwifery


International Journal of Community Based Nursing and Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Community and Home Care (Q2); Family Practice (Q2); Health (social science) (Q2). It is published by Shriaz University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of International Journal of Community Based Nursing and Midwifery is 9809. ISSN of this journal is/are 23224835, 23222476.

Impact Score: 1.68 h-Index: 28 SJR: 0.592 Overall Ranking: 9809



10. Women's Reproductive Health


Women's Reproductive Health is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q2); Reproductive Medicine (Q3). It is published by Taylor and Francis Ltd.. The overall rank of Women's Reproductive Health is 10851. ISSN of this journal is/are 23293713, 23293691.

Impact Score: 1.76 h-Index: 12 SJR: 0.536 Overall Ranking: 10851


11. Investigacion y Educacion en Enfermeria


Investigacion y Educacion en Enfermeria is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q1); Community and Home Care (Q2); Family Practice (Q2); Health (social science) (Q2); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q2); Geriatrics and Gerontology (Q3). It is published by Facultad de Enfermeria de la Universidad de Antioquia. The overall rank of Investigacion y Educacion en Enfermeria is 11406. ISSN of this journal is/are 22160280, 01205307.

Impact Score: 1.47 h-Index: 22 SJR: 0.51 Overall Ranking: 11406


12. European Journal of Midwifery


European Journal of Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health (Q2); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3). It is published by European Publishing. The overall rank of European Journal of Midwifery is 11456. ISSN of this journal is/are 25852906.

Impact Score: 1.46 h-Index: 13 SJR: 0.506 Overall Ranking: 11456


13. Women's Health Reports


Women's Health Reports is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q2); Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q3); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3); Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health (Q3). It is published by Mary Ann Liebert Inc.. The overall rank of Women's Health Reports is 12647. ISSN of this journal is/are 26884844.

Impact Score: 1.21 h-Index: 9 SJR: 0.45 Overall Ranking: 12647



14. Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde


Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3). It is published by Georg Thieme Verlag. The overall rank of Geburtshilfe und Frauenheilkunde is 12657. ISSN of this journal is/are 14388804, 00165751.

Impact Score: 0.40 h-Index: 42 SJR: 0.449 Overall Ranking: 12657


15. MCN The American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing


MCN The American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing is a journal covering the categories related to Pharmacology (nursing) (Q1); Maternity and Midwifery (Q2). It is published by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. The overall rank of MCN The American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing is 12833. ISSN of this journal is/are 15390683, 0361929X.

Impact Score: 1.00 h-Index: 50 SJR: 0.441 Overall Ranking: 12833


16. Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research


Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q2); Assessment and Diagnosis (Q2); Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q2); Issues, Ethics and Legal Aspects (Q3). It is published by Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications. The overall rank of Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research is 12923. ISSN of this journal is/are 17359066, 22285504.

Impact Score: 1.22 h-Index: 36 SJR: 0.437 Overall Ranking: 12923


17. Journal of Neonatal Nursing


Journal of Neonatal Nursing is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Pediatrics (Q3). It is published by Elsevier B.V.. The overall rank of Journal of Neonatal Nursing is 14735. ISSN of this journal is/are 13551841.

Impact Score: 1.20 h-Index: 30 SJR: 0.365 Overall Ranking: 14735


18. Texto e Contexto Enfermagem


Texto e Contexto Enfermagem is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q2); Law (Q2); Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Community and Home Care (Q3); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q3). It is published by Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina. The overall rank of Texto e Contexto Enfermagem is 15550. ISSN of this journal is/are 01040707, 1980265X.

Impact Score: 0.86 h-Index: 29 SJR: 0.336 Overall Ranking: 15550


19. Journal of mother and child


Journal of mother and child is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3); Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health (Q3). It is published by . The overall rank of Journal of mother and child is 15816. ISSN of this journal is/are 2719535X, 27196488.

Impact Score: 1.10 h-Index: 9 SJR: 0.327 Overall Ranking: 15816


20. Journal of Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing


Journal of Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Critical Care Nursing (Q3); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q3); Pediatrics (Q3). It is published by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Ltd.. The overall rank of Journal of Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing is 16606. ISSN of this journal is/are 08932190, 15505073.

Impact Score: 0.70 h-Index: 52 SJR: 0.301 Overall Ranking: 16606


21. Journal of Midwifery and Reproductive Health


Journal of Midwifery and Reproductive Health is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3); Reproductive Medicine (Q3). It is published by Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of Journal of Midwifery and Reproductive Health is 17169. ISSN of this journal is/are 23454792.

Impact Score: 0.71 h-Index: 10 SJR: 0.284 Overall Ranking: 17169


22. HAYAT


HAYAT is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q3). It is published by Teheran University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of HAYAT is 18038. ISSN of this journal is/are 2008188X, 17352215.

Impact Score: 0.71 h-Index: 21 SJR: 0.263 Overall Ranking: 18038


23. Journal of Holistic Nursing and Midwifery


Journal of Holistic Nursing and Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Drug Guides (Q2); Maternity and Midwifery (Q2); Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q3); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q3). It is published by Guilan University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of Journal of Holistic Nursing and Midwifery is 18091. ISSN of this journal is/are 25883712, 25883720.

Impact Score: 0.58 h-Index: 9 SJR: 0.262 Overall Ranking: 18091


24. Women's Health Nursing


Women's Health Nursing is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q3); Health (social science) (Q3); Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q3). It is published by Korean Society of Women Health Nursing. The overall rank of Women's Health Nursing is 18362. ISSN of this journal is/are 30228247, 30227666.

Impact Score: 1.12 h-Index: 9 SJR: 0.256 Overall Ranking: 18362


25. Nursing and Midwifery Studies


Nursing and Midwifery Studies is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q3); Maternity and Midwifery (Q3). It is published by Kashan University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of Nursing and Midwifery Studies is 18520. ISSN of this journal is/are 23221674, 23221488.

Impact Score: 0.51 h-Index: 9 SJR: 0.252 Overall Ranking: 18520


26. Avicenna Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Care


Avicenna Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Care is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q3); Education (Q3); Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Pediatrics (Q3); Gerontology (Q4); Issues, Ethics and Legal Aspects (Q4); Leadership and Management (Q4); Psychiatry and Mental Health (Q4). It is published by Hamadan University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of Avicenna Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Care is 18966. ISSN of this journal is/are 26765748.

Impact Score: 0.59 h-Index: 8 SJR: 0.241 Overall Ranking: 18966


27. Journal of Perinatal Education


Journal of Perinatal Education is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3); Pediatrics (Q3); Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health (Q3). It is published by Springer Publishing Company. The overall rank of Journal of Perinatal Education is 19040. ISSN of this journal is/are 15488519, 10581243.

Impact Score: 0.51 h-Index: 5 SJR: 0.24 Overall Ranking: 19040


28. British Journal of Midwifery


British Journal of Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3). It is published by MA Healthcare Ltd. The overall rank of British Journal of Midwifery is 19124. ISSN of this journal is/are 9694900.

Impact Score: 0.47 h-Index: 27 SJR: 0.238 Overall Ranking: 19124


29. Zeitschrift fur Geburtshilfe und Neonatologie


Zeitschrift fur Geburtshilfe und Neonatologie is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3); Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health (Q3); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q4). It is published by Georg Thieme Verlag. The overall rank of Zeitschrift fur Geburtshilfe und Neonatologie is 20688. ISSN of this journal is/are 14391651, 09482393.

Impact Score: 0.27 h-Index: 22 SJR: 0.209 Overall Ranking: 20688


30. International Journal of Childbirth


International Journal of Childbirth is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3). It is published by Springer Publishing Company. The overall rank of International Journal of Childbirth is 20975. ISSN of this journal is/are 21565295, 21565287.

Impact Score: 0.53 h-Index: 7 SJR: 0.203 Overall Ranking: 20975


31. New Zealand College of Midwives Journal


New Zealand College of Midwives Journal is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q3). It is published by New Zealand College of Midwives. The overall rank of New Zealand College of Midwives Journal is 21129. ISSN of this journal is/are 11783893, 01147870.

Impact Score: 0.73 h-Index: 3 SJR: 0.201 Overall Ranking: 21129


32. International Journal of Child Health and Nutrition


International Journal of Child Health and Nutrition is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health (Q3). It is published by Lifescience Global. The overall rank of International Journal of Child Health and Nutrition is 21491. ISSN of this journal is/are 19294247.

Impact Score: 0.30 h-Index: 5 SJR: 0.195 Overall Ranking: 21491


33. Journal of Asian Midwives


Journal of Asian Midwives is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q3). It is published by South Asian Midwives Association (SAMA). The overall rank of Journal of Asian Midwives is 23051. ISSN of this journal is/are 24092290.

Impact Score: 0.17 h-Index: 4 SJR: 0.171 Overall Ranking: 23051


34. Revista Cuidarte


Revista Cuidarte is a journal covering the categories related to Nurse Assisting (Q2); Family Practice (Q3); Maternity and Midwifery (Q3); Medical and Surgical Nursing (Q3); Community and Home Care (Q4); Critical Care and Intensive Care Medicine (Q4); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q4). It is published by Universidad de Santander. The overall rank of Revista Cuidarte is 23251. ISSN of this journal is/are 22160973, 23463414.

Impact Score: 0.45 h-Index: 7 SJR: 0.168 Overall Ranking: 23251


35. Africa Journal of Nursing and Midwifery


Africa Journal of Nursing and Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q4); Maternity and Midwifery (Q4). It is published by Unisa Press. The overall rank of Africa Journal of Nursing and Midwifery is 23529. ISSN of this journal is/are 16825055, 25205293.

Impact Score: 0.36 h-Index: 13 SJR: 0.163 Overall Ranking: 23529


36. Revue Sage - Femme


Revue Sage - Femme is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q4). It is published by Elsevier Masson s.r.l.. The overall rank of Revue Sage - Femme is 23727. ISSN of this journal is/are 16374088.

Impact Score: 0.13 h-Index: 5 SJR: 0.161 Overall Ranking: 23727


37. Breastfeeding Review


Breastfeeding Review is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q4); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q4). It is published by Australian Breastfeeding Association. The overall rank of Breastfeeding Review is 24211. ISSN of this journal is/are 7292759.

Impact Score: 0.48 h-Index: 28 SJR: 0.154 Overall Ranking: 24211


38. Jurnal Keperawatan Soedirman


Jurnal Keperawatan Soedirman is a journal covering the categories related to Community and Home Care (Q4); Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Medical and Surgical Nursing (Q4); Pediatrics (Q4). It is published by Universitas Jenderal Soedirman. The overall rank of Jurnal Keperawatan Soedirman is 24783. ISSN of this journal is/are 25799320, 19076673.

Impact Score: 0.50 h-Index: 3 SJR: 0.147 Overall Ranking: 24783


39. Journal of Research Development in Nursing and Midwifery


Journal of Research Development in Nursing and Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q4); Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q4). It is published by Golestan University of Medical Sciences. The overall rank of Journal of Research Development in Nursing and Midwifery is 25096. ISSN of this journal is/are 25883038.

Impact Score: 0.29 h-Index: 4 SJR: 0.143 Overall Ranking: 25096


40. Croatian Nursing Journal


Croatian Nursing Journal is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Nursing (miscellaneous) (Q4). It is published by . The overall rank of Croatian Nursing Journal is 25704. ISSN of this journal is/are 25846531.

Impact Score: 0.21 h-Index: 2 SJR: 0.135 Overall Ranking: 25704


41. Evidence Based Midwifery


Evidence Based Midwifery is a journal covering the categories related to Fundamentals and Skills (Q4); Maternity and Midwifery (Q4). It is published by RCM The Royal College of Midwives. The overall rank of Evidence Based Midwifery is 26692. ISSN of this journal is/are 26338408, 14794489.

Impact Score: 0.00 h-Index: 17 SJR: 0.126 Overall Ranking: 26692


42. Practising Midwife


Practising Midwife is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Medicine (miscellaneous) (Q4). It is published by Elsevier. The overall rank of Practising Midwife is 27227. ISSN of this journal is/are 14613123.

Impact Score: 0.06 h-Index: 12 SJR: 0.121 Overall Ranking: 27227


43. Matronas Profesion


Matronas Profesion is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q4). It is published by Ediciones Mayo S.A.. The overall rank of Matronas Profesion is 29677. ISSN of this journal is/are 15780740.

Impact Score: 0.00 h-Index: 7 SJR: 0.102 Overall Ranking: 29677


44. AIMS Journal


AIMS Journal is a journal covering the categories related to Maternity and Midwifery (Q4). It is published by SoftLine Information, Inc. The overall rank of AIMS Journal is 29828. ISSN of this journal is/are 13579657.

Impact Score: 0.09 h-Index: 6 SJR: 0.101 Overall Ranking: 29828


45. Contemporary Ob/Gyn


Contemporary Ob/Gyn is a journal covering the categories related to Advanced and Specialized Nursing (Q4); Maternity and Midwifery (Q4); Obstetrics and Gynecology (Q4). It is published by Advanstar Communications Inc.. The overall rank of Contemporary Ob/Gyn is 29956. ISSN of this journal is/are 903159.

Impact Score: 0.04 h-Index: 11 SJR: 0.101 Overall Ranking: 29956








Importance of Choosing Highy Ranked and Rated Journals


While writing a research paper or an academic thesis in the field of Maternity and Midwifery or any other field, it is extremely important to cite or reference the research paper from a top ranked journal because it shows the credibility and reliability of your work. Also, most of the reviewers evaluate and judge the standard of your research paper and thesis based on the referenced academic sources.


Summary


Irrespective of whether you are writing an academic thesis or a research journal paper, always remember to refer and cite the papers from good quality and top journals, as it shows the credibility and reliability of your work.

Also, it is recommended to submit your research findings whether theoretical or practical into a highly ranked journal to show the worthiness of your research paper.


List of Top 5, 10, 50, 100 Journals in Maternity and Midwifery


Irrespective of whether you are writing an academic thesis or a research journal paper, always remember to refer and cite the papers from good quality and top journals, as it shows the credibility and reliability of your work.

Also, it is recommended to submit your research findings whether theoretical or practical into a highly ranked journal to show the worthiness of your research paper.






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