So you just found out you’re pregnant? Prenatal vitamins get you all the nutrients for a healthy pregnancy! & it’s best to start them ASAP!
Ideally, you should be taking prenatal vitamins before you even get pregnant! We suggest if you’re trying to get pregnant, it is a good idea to start on prenatal vitamins. But if you haven’t been taking prenatal vitamins & you’re pregnant now, start as soon as possible!
Why they are important:
- Folic Acid– helps with the prevention of defects with the neutral tube.
- Iron– helps support development of fetus & placenta
Here is what you should look for in a prenatal vitamin:
- Folic Acid
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin A
- Zinc
- Iodine
Talk to your healthcare provider, they may suggest for you to take more dosage of some of these vitamins for your specific circumstances!