EP 64: The Best Prenatal Vitamin for Pregnancy

It can get overwhelming searching for vitamins at the health food store or pharmacy and picking the best ones for you and your individual situation.  When you are pregnant, taking vitamins can be insurance that you and your baby are getting enough.  However, sometimes they are difficult to take, especially when morning sickness hits and for some women, the vitamins themselves make them feel nauseous and for some they cause constipation!   We answer all your questions around prenatal vitamins and give you advice on finding the best one.  It is always best to confirm with your doctor as this is not medical advice.  We answer the following questions. Why are prenatal vitamins important? What prenatal vitamin is best? When is the best time to take a prenatal vitamin if you have nausea during pregnancy? Is it okay to take more than one type of prenatal vitamin? Is it okay to take a high dose of one type of vitamin? When should you start taking a prenatal vitamin? Do you have to be perfect by taking it daily? References: “Is Supplementation with Micronutrients Still Necessary during Pregnancy? A 2021 Review” LINK:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34579011/ “Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation During Pregnancy on Maternal, Birth, Child Health and Development Outcomes in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A 2020 Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis” LINK: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32075071/