Maricopa Community Colleges  FON136   20004-99999 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  03/28/00  
FON136      20004-99999 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Nutrition During Pregnancy
Importance of nutrition during pregnancy for mother and child. Three stages of pregnancy and development of fetus. Physiological changes to include weight gain a woman experiences during pregnancy. Nutritional requirements for the development of the fetus and health of the mother. Substances and habits to be avoided during pregnancy. Pregnancy complications and deficiency disorders related to poor nutrition. Nutrition guidelines after delivery and during lactation. Prerequisites: None.
 
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FON136   20004-99999 Nutrition During Pregnancy
1. Explain the importance of nutrition during pregnancy for both mother and child. (I)
2. List the three stages of pregnancy in relation to gestation time. (II)
3. Identify specific physiological changes a woman may experience during pregnancy. (III)
4. Describe the expected gain in weight of the fetus and the mother throughout the stages of gestation. (IV)
5. Explain the nutritional requirements that must be met during pregnancy for the healthy development of the fetus and well- being of the mother. (V, VI)
6. Identify specific substances and habits that should be avoided during pregnancy. (VII)
7. Identify select pregnancy complications and deficiency disorders related to poor nutrition. (VIII)
8. Explain the importance of good nutrition following delivery and during lactation for the mother and child. (IX)
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FON136   20004-99999 Nutrition During Pregnancy
    I. Importance of Nutrition
        A. Nutrition and health
        B. Food categories and basic nutrient contribution
        C. Healthy diet principles
        D. Energy balance
        E. Current food group plans, guidelines, and dietary recommendations
      II. Nutrients and Fetal Development
          A. Pre-pregnancy
            1. healthy diet change
            2. ideal body weight
          B. Fetus-nutrient's sources
            1. diet
            2. nutrient stored
            3. placental nutrient synthesis
          C. Gestational stages and changes
            1. first trimester
              a. implantation
              b. organogenesis
              c. special nutrition need
            2. second trimester
              a. growth phases of the baby
              b. special nutrition need
            3. third trimester
              a. fetal growth and movement
              b. special nutritional need
        III. Physiological Changes
            A. Morning sickness
            B. Nausea and vomiting
            C. Heartburn
            D. Constipation
            E. Swelling
            F. Weight gain
            G. Frequent urination
          IV. Weight Gain during Pregnancy
              A. Recommended weight gain
              B. Calories intake per day
              C. Effect of underweight during pregnancy
              D. Effect of overweight during pregnancy
            V. Maternal Nutritional Needs
                A. Energy
                B. Protein
                C. Minerals
                  1. calcium
                  2. iron
                D. Vitamins
                  1. B12
                  2. folate
                  3. vitamin A
                  4. vitamin D
                E. Fiber
                F. Fat
                G. Supplementation
              VI. Guidelines for Daily Prenatal Diet
                  A. Recommended daily dietary allowances for women
                  B. Suggested daily serving of various foods and serving sizes
                  C. Food labels
                VII. Substances to Avoid
                    A. Alcohol
                    B. Drugs
                    C. Cigarette smoking
                    D. Caffeine VIIII. Pregnancy Complications and Deficiency Disorders
                    A. Low birth weight
                    B. Gestational diabetes
                    C. Neural tube defect
                    D. Anemia
                  IX. Post-Natal Nutrition
                      A. Nutritional need during lactation
                      B. Human breast milk
                      C. Breast feeding vs. bottle feeding
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