EFFECT OF DATE FRUIT CONSUMPTION IN LABOUR PROGRESS: A CASE REPORT

Objective: To investigate date fruit's potential benefits on maternal and fetal outcomes in pregnancy, focusing on labor progression, maternal nutritional needs, and reduced medical interventions. Case Report: A 23-year-old primigravida patient consumed six date fruits daily for four weeks prior to her estimated delivery date. She presented with spontaneous labor at 40 weeks, experiencing normal latent phase duration of 12 hours, and delivered a healthy female baby weighing 3.5 kg. Her pregnancy course was uncomplicated, with no significant abnormalities in antenatal scans or laboratory results. Conclusion: This case report suggests date fruit consumption supports maternal and fetal well-being, facilitating a smooth labor process and potentially reducing labor induction and medical interventions. Aligning with existing research, dates' nutritional and therapeutic benefits may enhance cervical ripening and shorten labor duration. Larger-scale trials are necessary to confirm these effects and establish standardized guidelines.