Maternal Nutrition Course - Advanced (American University of Madaba)

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Course Requirements

Students, dietitians, as well as those working in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, or nursing

Course Description

This online course is designed to equip dietitians with the specialized knowledge and practical skills necessary for planning and managing diets tailored to the nutritional needs of pregnant women. This course is ideal for dietitians seeking to enhance their expertise in prenatal nutrition and provide comprehensive dietary guidance to pregnant women for optimal maternal and fetal health.

Course Modules: 

              • Vitamins, Minerals, and Essential Nutrients During Pregnancy: Understanding the necessary vitamins, minerals, and nutrients for pregnancy health.
              • Calculating Daily Caloric Needs for Pregnant Women: Methods for calculating daily calorie requirements during pregnancy.
              • Allowed and Prohibited Foods During Pregnancy: Guidelines on foods that are safe and those to avoid during pregnancy.
              • Maintaining Healthy Weight Gain During Pregnancy: Strategies for maintaining appropriate weight gain during pregnancy and suitable diets during breastfeeding to manage weight and ensure adequate milk production.
              • Practical Application of Planning Diets for Pregnant Women: Hands-on application of dietary planning for pregnant women, including meal plans and nutritional counseling.
              • Managing Gestational Diabetes and Other Health Issues: Practical approaches to handling gestational diabetes and other health problems during pregnancy.

              Course Outcomes

                Upon completing the course, students will gain valuable insights and skills that will enhance their practice:

                1. Specialized Knowledge: Gain specialized knowledge in nutritional requirements specific to pregnant women, including vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients essential for maternal and fetal health.
                2. Practical Skills: Acquire practical skills in calculating daily calorie needs, planning balanced meals, and addressing common dietary challenges during pregnancy.
                3. Clinical Application: Learn to apply theoretical knowledge into practical diet planning for pregnant women, including managing weight gain, dietary restrictions, and promoting breastfeeding practices
                4. Managing Health Conditions: Develop strategies for managing conditions like gestational diabetes and other health issues through effective dietary interventions.
                5. Professional Development: Enhance professional expertise and credibility in providing specialized nutritional counseling and support to pregnant women, contributing to improved maternal and fetal outcomes.
                6. You will receive 5 free booklets summarizing the entire lectures, serving as a handy reference when planning diets for pregnant women. Additionally, you will receive a certified certificate from the American University in Madaba-Jordan

              The e-books you will get for free immediately after attending the course are
              $50 Free
              Physiological Changes During Pregnancy


              $70 Free Pregnancy Diet Equations and Calculations Booklet


              55$ Free Pregnancy Complications Booklet


              $55 Free Minerals and Vitamins Booklet During Pregnancy


              $100 Free Calorie and Nutritional Portion Chart for Pregnant and Lactating Women




              Instructor

              Dr. Ruba Musharbash

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              Dr. Ruba Mashrabash holds a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics with a thesis on food addiction (from the University of Jordan), a Master's degree in Nutrition and Food Processing (University of Jordan), and a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Food Processing (Jordan University of Science and Technology). She has over 18 years of experience in dietary planning for all health conditions, is the director of the Ruba Mashrabash Center for Nutritional Consulting, and the founder of Ruba Diet, a website focused on nutrition and health. Since 2011, she has been presenting a weekly nutrition segment on Roya TV and has appeared on various other television stations. She is involved in scientific research specializing in food addiction, is an author of children's food stories, and has 10 years of experience teaching nutrition and food preparation for IG students and course credential teachers.

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              The course is online, and you can attend it from anywhere in the world.

              The course is prerecorded, and you can attend it at any time convenient for you

              The course duration is 6 hours.

              Students, dietitians, as well as those working in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, or nursing.

              Yes, you will receive various examples of diets for pregnant women.

              Despite the availability of information in nutrition books, all courses are meticulously prepared with extensive scientific references and practical experience spanning over 18 years in diet planning for various medical conditions and pregnancy.

              The free booklets will be sent upon registration.

              The free booklets contain a comprehensive and essential collection of information relevant to planning diets for pregnant women. They are highly valuable as a crucial summary of fundamental course information, which you will need to refer back to each time you plan diets for pregnant women

              Some basic information will be provided in English, but the explanations and main content will be in Arabic.

              Course price

              JD 355

              JD 97