Truth is we’ve been delaying this article for a while until we had enough information & facts to allow us to enlighten our readers.
What Are Prenatal Vitamins?
Eating a healthy diet is always a wise idea — especially during pregnancy.
What To Look For In Prenatal Vitamins
Look for prenatal vitamins that have: 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid
400 IU of vitamin D
200 to 300 milligrams (mg) of calcium
70 mg of vitamin C
3 mg of thiamine
2 mg of riboflavin
20 mg of niacin
6 mcg of vitamin B12
10 mg of vitamin E
15 mg of zinc
17 mg of iron
150 micrograms of iodine In some cases, your doctor will give you a prescription for a certain type of prenatal vitamin.
A Quick Look At The Best Prenatal Vitamins
Here’s our process.
Even if you’re eating a balanced diet, it’s still possible to miss some essential nutrients. Enter prenatal vitamins. They’re an easy way to fill any gaps and support both your body and your baby’s growth and development.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Re present at birth. Body Mass Index: A number calculated from height and weight. Cesarean Birth: Birth of a fetus from the uterus through an incision (cut) made in the woman’s abdomen.
Complications: Diseases or conditions that happen as a result of another disease or condition. An example is pneumonia that occurs as a result of the flu. A complication also can occur as a result of a condition, such as pregnancy.
Obstetric Care Provider: A health care professional who cares for a woman during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. These professionals include obstetrician–gynecologists (ob-gyns), certified nurse–midwives (CNMs), maternal–fetal medicine specialists (MFMs), and family practice doctors with experience in maternal care. Placenta: An organ that provides nutrients to and takes waste away from the fetus.
These signs include an abnormal amount of protein in the urine, a low number of platelets, abnormal kidney or liver function, pain over the upper abdomen, fluid in the lungs, or a severe headache or changes in vision. Trimester: A 3-month time in pregnancy.