Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Clinical Nutrition
Date of Award
5-2007
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Jamie B. Kridler
Committee Members
Elizabeth F. Lowe, Kelly Blake Price
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of a prenatal and postnatal nutrition and lactation consulting facility in either of two locations in the Tidewater region of Virginia, Virginia Beach or Williamsburg. Experts in nutrition and lactation, a registered dietitian and licensed lactation consultant, would be the ideal means of providing adequate nutritional and lactation advice for the mother and infant to foster healthy, optimal pregnancy outcomes and lactation success. A web-based search for adequate data on the demographic sketches of the two cities was done to develop an understanding of meeting the needs of the target population for this type of facility. Women of higher socioeconomic status, higher education level, and with emotional support from spouse/family were targeted. This study will act as the initial step in conducting further research in development of a business plan for a potential facility.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Beale, Marissa Blake, "Prenatal and Postnatal Nutrition and Lactation Consulting: A Feasibility Study." (2007). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 2041. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/2041
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.