Canadian Midwives' Experiences with Nutrition in Their Training and Practice: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Midwives are primary prenatal care providers well-positioned to offer nutrition advice to pregnant individuals; however, no Canadian study has assessed midwives' experience with nutrition education. The objective of this study was to investigate Canadian midwives' experiences with nutrition in their practice, their level of nutrition education, and their recommendations on select nutrition topics.

Methods

This cross-sectional study used an anonymous online survey consisting of 4 sections: demographics, opinions on the importance of nutrition, nutrition recommendations for pregnancy, and nutrition topics that midwives would like more information on. Responses were recorded using Likert-type scales, multiple choice, or open-ended questions. Eligible participants,

SUBMITTER: Butler J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11622362 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature