A Cross-Sectional Study to Assess the Level of Knowledge Regarding Maternal Nutrition among Primigravida Mother in selected Primary Health Center of Karad Taluka

Authors

  • Miss. Nutan Salunkhe Student, 3rd Year Basic B.Sc. Nursing, Hirai Institute of Nursing Education Malwadi, Masur
  • Prof. Mrs. Asma Murad Mujawar H.O.D of Child Health Nursing & Principal, Hirai Institute of Nursing Education Malwadi, Masur

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2025.v10.n1.015

Keywords:

Knowledge, Maternal nutrition, Primigravida mother

Abstract

Maternal nutrition is important for fetal growth and development. The pregnant women need to have adequate knowledge to maintain their nutritional status during pregnancy. In gestational period fetus is a rapidly grown in mother’s womb. The nutritional requirement of pregnant women is essential for growth of the fetus and other development throughout pregnancy and delivery of the child. Health of pregnant influenced by various genetic, social, economic factors, infection and environmental condition, many of which may affect fetal growth. Physiological adaptation results in improved utilization of nutrients either through increased absorption, decreased excretion and alteration in metabolism. A woman whose diet is adequate before pregnancy is usually able to bear a full-term viable infant, without extensive modification to her diet.

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Published

10-01-2025

How to Cite

Salunkhe, N., & Mujawar, A. M. (2025). A Cross-Sectional Study to Assess the Level of Knowledge Regarding Maternal Nutrition among Primigravida Mother in selected Primary Health Center of Karad Taluka . RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary, 10(1), 125–130. https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2025.v10.n1.015