I think it is this obsession with cost that rules dietetic services in hospitals of all kinds. I actually had a fairly good course in nutrition during my midwifery education, however I would be surprised if even the very best education on nutrition in mid education programs would have any impact on the meals served in hospitals. I think it must be incredibly frustrating to be a dietician in these establishments. Nevertheless, surprise me! Of course nutrition should be a very important part of any midwifery education program however, I think the use of this education will be preconceptual, antenatal and postpartum unless the mums birth at home, that is where the mothers have control of the food bought, prepared, and eaten.
marilyn
