Pregnancy and Prenatal

Prenatal vitamins are some of the most important vitamins you can take while you are pregnant. You should ideally start taking them when you are trying to conceive but almost certainly start taking them when you find out you are pregnant. Some experts believe that by taking them while you are trying to conceive, you could minimize the risk of a miscarriage once you are pregnant.

However, taking prenatal vitamins before pregnancy is not always possible – as many of are not trying to conceive, but it just happens. Once you find out you are pregnant, you should visit your doctor and get him to prescribe you the vitamins. Prenatal vitamins contain one of the most important nutrients that a new mother needs; folic acid. By taking extra folic acid, you significantly decrease the chance of your baby being born with an incomplete spinal column – a condition known as spina bifida. It is therefore vital that you take folic acid within the first four weeks of conceiving In order for your baby to be protected, it is imperative that folic acid is taken in the first four weeks of fetal development.

It is a good idea to start taking folic acid even if you are not yet trying to conceive. Most of the time, women do not know they are pregnant until they miss their first period which is about 2 weeks after conception. By taking folic acid when you are even simply considering having a baby will stand you in good stead if you were to become pregnant by accident.

Folic acid can be found in many foods such as breads and pastas as well as in dark green and orange fruits as well as vegetables. However, taking a folic acid supplement will prevent conditions such as spina bifida better than if you just got your folic acid form food. While you are pregnant, you should aim to take at least 600mcg of folic acid a day although if you have had a baby with a neural tube defect, you will have to take 4000 mcg of folic acid every day, starting at least a month before you get pregnant – so planning is essential! 

Some women unfortunately cannot take prenatals, especially in their first trimester, as morning sickness is simply too bad and you are meant to take prenatals with food. Taking one on an empty stomach can leave you feeling nauseous. Also, some women have upset stomachs and constipation as a result of taking the tablets because of the high level of iron contained in them.

If you are having problems taking your prenatals or even keeping them down, speak with your doctor and see if he can prescribe a prenatal with less iron or give you a folic acid supplement instead. The worst thing you can do is not take anything at all.

Pregnancy and Prenatal - Google News
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