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Developing a Prenatal Nutrition Tool: A Process of Evidence, Collaboration, and Consultation
Anne Cross1,1, Suzanne Galesloot1,1, Sheila Tyminski1,1
1Alberta Health Services, 10101 Southport Rd. SW, Calgary, AB.
Summary
The Prenatal Nutrition Tool aids healthcare providers in discussing key nutrition topics with pregnant clients. Developed through expert and client input, it supports improved maternal and infant health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Maternal Health
- Nutrition Science
Background:
- Prenatal nutrition significantly impacts maternal and infant health.
- Effective communication tools are needed to address nutrition during pregnancy.
- Existing resources may not fully integrate expert and client perspectives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and describe the Prenatal Nutrition Tool for healthcare providers.
- To support focused conversations on critical prenatal nutrition topics.
- To enhance the quality of care for pregnant individuals and their infants.
Main Methods:
- A systematic 9-step product development process was employed.
- Literature reviews and a modified Delphi Process informed content creation.
- Client feedback was integrated to refine questionnaire items.
Main Results:
- The tool comprises a 13-question questionnaire and a conversation guide.
- Key themes include pregnancy weight gain, multivitamins, life circumstances, and food intake.
- The tool is designed to facilitate discussions, not for medical screening.
Conclusions:
- The Prenatal Nutrition Tool offers a structured approach to prenatal nutrition counseling.
- It empowers care providers to engage clients in evidence-based discussions.
- Accessible via Alberta Health Services, it aims to improve prenatal care across Canada.
Keywords:
Grossessealimentation de la mèrediet assessmenthealthy eating during pregnancymaternal dietnutrition assessmentpregnancysaine alimentation durant la grossesseévaluation de l’alimentationévaluation nutritionnelleMore Related Videos
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