en عمومى General پژوهشي Research <div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Background</strong>: In Indonesia, a developing nation characterized by a robust patriarchal culture, paternal involvement during the perinatal phase is uncommon. However, this involvement is crucial for improving the well-being of both mother and child and for attaining optimal maternal-fetal outcomes. This study sought to explore fathers&rsquo; perceptions and experiences about maternal health care throughout the perinatal period in Indonesia.<br> <strong>Methods</strong>: This study employed a qualitative approach, using a descriptive qualitative design and purposive sampling technique. We recruited 30 participants from 8 regions in Indonesia and conducted 3 focus group discussions on the Zoom Meeting platform, each lasting about 60 minutes. This research employed conventional content analysis, utilizing NVivo software to manage the data.&nbsp;<br> <strong>Results</strong>: The research identified 4 themes that characterize paternal involvement in maternal and child health care during the perinatal period in Indonesia: financial support, ensuring a healthy pregnancy, preparing for a safe birth, and postpartum support elements.<br> <strong>Conclusion</strong>: Fathers&rsquo; notable willingness to engage in maternal and neonatal health care during the perinatal period signifies a shift in cultural patriarchy in Indonesia. This change may stem from their readiness to assume paternal roles, fostering a beneficial welfare environment for mothers and children.</div> Fathers, Newborn, Maternal health, Qualitative research, Perception 161 172 http://jccnc.iums.ac.ir/browse.php?a_code=A-10-809-1&slc_lang=en&sid=1 Giyawati Yulilania Okinarum gitaokinarum@respati.ac.id 100319475328460013184 100319475328460013184 Yes Department of Midwifery Professional Education Program, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas Respati Yogyakarta, Depok, Indonesia. Inayati Ceria gitaokinarum@respati.ac.id 100319475328460013185 100319475328460013185 No Midwifery Study Program, Faculty of Health Science, Universitas Respati Yogyakarta, Depok, Indonesia.