Assessment of Health & Nutritional Status of a Small Group of Pregnant Women of District Hospital Ambikapur, Surguja, Chhattisgarh

Jain Alka

Abstract: Pregnancy is a critical period involving the development of one or more offspring within a woman's uterus. Childbirth typically occurs around 40 weeks from the start of the last menstrual period. this study investigates the dietary habits, & habits of pregnant ladies particularly in the third trimester. using a sample size of ten pregnant women & 24 hours dietary recall method the study found significant variation in nutrition & health outcomes based on the age, socio economic status & rural vs urban living conditions. The research emphasises the need for comprehensive prenatal care, education on proper nutrition to ensure the health & the safety of both mothers & their babies particularly in low income & rural areas.

Keywords: Pregnancy nutrition, prenatal care, maternal health, anaemia, undernutrition, malnutrition, diet related non communicable diseases Socioeconomic status

How to Cite?: Jain Alka, "Assessment of Health & Nutritional Status of a Small Group of Pregnant Women of District Hospital Ambikapur, Surguja, Chhattisgarh", Volume 13 Issue 5, May 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1700-1702, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR24523163921, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR24523163921