Prenatal vitamin
A prenatal vitamin is a daily supplement specially formulated to support your health and your baby's development before and during pregnancy. It typically contains folic acid, iron, calcium, iodine, vitamin D, and other nutrients that are harder to get from food alone or that your body needs in larger amounts when pregnant. Starting prenatal vitamins before conception helps build up nutrient stores early. Your doctor or midwife may recommend a specific brand or adjust the dose based on your blood tests, diet, and any existing deficiencies.
What This Means for You
Understanding Prenatal vitamin is an important part of your preconception/pregnancy journey. During pregnancy, your care team will use this term regularly. Being familiar with it means you can ask better questions and feel more confident at your antenatal appointments.
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In Singapore, KKH and NUH routinely check iron and vitamin D levels at your first antenatal visit, so your doctor can tailor the supplement to your actual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all formula.
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Always consult your healthcare provider for personalised advice.
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