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Screening 914 articles, yielded five included studies for analysis, revealing six descriptive themes mapped to the Quality Maternal and Newborn Care (QMNC) framework. The synthesis revealed an overarching theme, rich relational communication, with three sub-themes: culturally competent communication, continuity of care, and informed decision-making. Immigrant women value effective communication that respects their cultural and personal preferences, which enhances their autonomy. However, a limited understanding of midwifery philosophy may hinder trust in professionals. The study emphasizes the need for improved communication strategies to foster continuity of care, cultural competencies and informed decision-making in midwifery care provided to the immigrant population.","abstract_html":"Immigration to a new country poses significant health challenges affecting immigrants' physical and mental well-being. In Canada, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, midwifery practices focus on autonomy, collaboration, and cultural competency to support vulnerable populations, including immigrants. This qualitative evidence synthesis (QES) investigates the perspectives of immigrant women on midwifery care. Screening 914 articles, yielded five included studies for analysis, revealing six descriptive themes mapped to the Quality Maternal and Newborn Care (QMNC) framework. The synthesis revealed an overarching theme, rich relational communication, with three sub-themes: culturally competent communication, continuity of care, and informed decision-making. Immigrant women value effective communication that respects their cultural and personal preferences, which enhances their autonomy. However, a limited understanding of midwifery philosophy may hinder trust in professionals. 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