Nutrition During Pregnancy
Chapter from the book: Altuner, Y. (ed.) 2025. General Information about Women, Birth and Children in The Field of Midwifery with Current Methods.

Elif Demircioğlu
Karabük University

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Proper nutrition during pregnancy is critically important for the health of both the mother and the developing fetus. The quantity and diversity of nutrients consumed during this period directly affect maternal well-being and fetal development. Inadequate or unbalanced nutrition can negatively impact fetal growth in utero and may lead to various postnatal health complications.

Ensuring sufficient and balanced intake of essential nutrients is not only vital during pregnancy but also plays a key role in maintaining long-term health throughout a person's life. Poor nutrition can contribute to a wide range of health issues, including vitamin and mineral deficiencies, obesity, iron-deficiency anemia, iodine deficiency disorders, cardiovascular diseases, rickets, and osteoporosis.

A healthy pregnancy, supported by proper nutrition, lays the foundation for future generations’ well-being. Additionally, raising awareness about nutritional needs contributes to the development of a healthier society. Healthy individuals elevate the overall health level of a population, which in turn supports national economic growth. Therefore, a healthy pregnancy and the adoption of proper nutritional habits are of great significance for both individuals and society as a whole.

How to cite this book

Demircioğlu, E. (2025). Nutrition During Pregnancy. In: Altuner, Y. (ed.), General Information about Women, Birth and Children in The Field of Midwifery with Current Methods. Özgür Publications. DOI: https://doi.org/10.58830/ozgur.pub794.c3352

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July 4, 2025

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