 This study explored the experiences of nurses providing maternity care in the public sector during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nepal. Nurses reported experiencing decreased utilization of antinatal services due to lockdown, resulting in increased maternal and neonatal mortality. Additionally, they experienced ineffective human resource management, which compromised the quality of care. Despite these challenges, nurses felt a strong sense of professional responsibility and motivated by their desire to serve society. These findings highlight the need for urgent action from all levels of government, institutions, and society at large to ensure the continuation of safe maternity care during the pandemic. This article was authored by Bidya Basnet, Pratik Shah Chappagyan, Savitra Subeti, and others.