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Nutritional Behaviour Of Pregnant Women
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1.1 STATEMENT OF PROBLEM
The
events of pregnancy with birth provide the foundation on which all
child development is built, this events of prenatal development that
transform sperm and e.g. into a living, breathing human being which is a
biological and social reality in the existent of man. The effect of
maternal malnutrition on the course of pregnancy, the condition of the
infant at birth, and state of lactation of the mother, the food a
pregnant woman eat are the main source of the nutrition's for the baby
because a lot of pregnant woman don't know what to eat? What manner of
intake a pregnant woman should avoid? Is it important for pregnant woman
to understand what kind of food is best for them and their baby? Why
are some babies healthier than others?
1.2RESEARCH QUESTIONS
1. What are the implications of nutrition on the course of pregnancy?
2. How can nutrition contribute to the health of the infant?
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How does the state of maternal nutrition affect the condition of the
infant at birth and the neonatal period? 4. What are the optimal
maternal nutritional requirements in pregnancy which would ensure proper
health of the mother, normal course of her pregnancy and satisfactory
condition of her infant at birth?
1.3 OBJECTIVES
The aim
of this study is to know the implication of nutrition on maternal child
health among pregnant women in Alimosho Local Government area as a case
study. In achieving this, the following will be looked into,
1. To find out the role of nutrition in pregnancy.
2. Which diet and lifestyle habit contribute to a successful pregnancy outcome.
3. To understand the changes, that occurs m the body during pregnancy and the nutrient needed.
4. The view of respondents as regards the need for nutrition in pregnancy.
5. To plan an adequate balanced diet for the pregnant women.
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ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This study examines the implication of nutritional behaviour in pregnancy on maternal child health in Alimosho General Hospital, Igando. Pregnancy deserves planning because many practice and conditions of the mother that harm the developing fetus. The effect of maternal malnutrition on the course of pregnancy, the food pregnant woman eat serve as a mean source of nutrition for the baby and the event pregnant woman should avoid. Also the mean aim of the study is to know which diet and life style ... Continue reading---