Pregnacare Vitabiotics During Pregnancy Original, 30 Count (Pack of 1)

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Pregnacare New Mum tablets are an alternative/next stage after Pregnacare Breast-feeding. It includes Iron and Vitamin B12 help to reduce tiredness and fatigue. Pregnacare New Mum can be taken through the postnatal period for as long as you wish. There is no specific time limit to taking these. Once you decide to stop taking Pregnacare New Mum you may wish to consider Wellwoman supplements for ongoing daily nutritional support. Pregnacare Conception provides a carefully balanced comprehensive formulation of micronutrients including the specific nutrients Inositol, Coenzyme Q10 , N-acetyl Cysteine and selenium. The formula also includes vitamin B12 and folic acid at 400µg, the exact level recommended by the Department of Health. After: Pregnacare Breast-feeding provides 20 nutrients including 700mg Calcium which is needed for the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, plus an Omega-3 capsule with 300mg DHA. Maternal intake of DHA contributes to the normal development of the eye and brain of breastfed infants. (A beneficial effect can be obtained from a daily intake of 200mg DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake of 250mg of DHA/EPA for adults). Pregnacare Breast-feeding is recommended as a comprehensive nutritional support for as long as you are breast-feeding.

ESSENTIAL FOR PREGNANCY– Suitable as part of a healthy diet during pregnancy to help support your body’s natural defences against common illnesses. Who is Pregnacare for? Key Nutrients Included : vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folic acid, biotin, p antothenic acid, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper, selenium and iodine. DHA is the predominant fatty acid in the central nervous system, found in the structural walls of brain cells. Amazingly, the foetal brain is made up of 60% fats of which 40% is DHA. There is a large increase in DHA uptake by the foetus and a corresponding increase in cerebral DHA content during the last trimester of pregnancy and the first post natal months. 1,2 A daily intake of 10ug Vitamin D as recommended by the UK Department of Health for all pregnant and breast-feeding women. You need 10 micrograms of vitamin D each day. It's recommended pregnant and breastfeeding women take a daily supplement containing this amount between September and March.

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If you're eligible, you'll be sent a Healthy Start card which you can use to buy certain types of milk, infant formula, fruit and vegetables.

If you want to get your folic acid from a multivitamin tablet, make sure the tablet does not contain vitamin A (or retinol). Key Nutrients Included : Coenzyme Q10, vitamin D, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folic acid, biotin, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper and selenium. Minerals: Minerals are another important ingredient to look for in prenatal vitamins. Some of these include magnesium, calcium, zinc and iodine. Your doctor may also recommend that you take iron, although these needs vary from person to person, so only take iron after consulting with your doctor. The capsules contain high purity fish oil, which are a rich source of the important Omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. DHA is especially important during pregnancy as it contributes to normal brain and eye development of the foetus**.Dietary Requirements : Suitable For Vegetarians / No Yeast / No Gelatin / Not Tested On Animals / No Artificial Colours Or Preservatives Unlike many prenatal iron supplements, Pregnacare has been specifically formulated with an ideal, moderate level of iron. High levels of iron are not recommended unless there is a particular requirement as identified by your healthcare professional. A scientific review was carried out by senior obstetrician Prof Mark Brincat FRCOG, FRCPI, an expert in this area, to assess whether the regular use of Pregnacare Conception may be attributed to irregularities in the menstrual cycle. Vitabiotics played no role in the literature review process, in the assessment or writing of the expert report. The conclusion of this report (25 February 2019) states:

Pregnacare Breast-feeding is carefully formulated by experts, with essential vitamins, minerals and DHA, to help support all-round health and vitality including iron which contributes to normal energy release. Dietary Requirements : No Artificial Colours Or Preservatives / Gluten Free / No Lactose / Not Tested On Animals Pregnacare Breast-feeding has been specially formulated by experts to provide sensible, balanced levels of vitamins and minerals. All ingredients have been included on the basis of scientific research with ideal amounts for breast-feeding. Dietary Requirements : Vegetarian / Gluten Free / No Artificial Colours / No Yeast / Not Tested On Animals

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Pregnacare slow disperse tablets contain a careful formulation of 19 nutrients important for both mother and baby. Pregnacare has been carefully developed by experts so that all ingredient levels are within safe levels for pregnancy and are moderate rather than excessive. These include vitamin B12, plus vitamin D and folic acid at the exact level recommended for the development of the unborn baby.Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate status †. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus. It is important to follow the directions and take the recommended TWO Pregnacare Max tablets per day, to ensure that you obtain the recommended level of 400µg folate (folic acid). A beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200mg DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids for adults. Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate status†. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus.Folic acid is also beneficial beyond 12 weeks as it contributes to maternal tissue growthduring pregnancy. Now you have decided to try for a baby, you want to prepare your body and ensure you have a healthy diet and lifestyle to maximise your chances of conception. Pregnacare Conception formula has been specially formulated on the basis of worldwide studies showing that certain nutrients can play an important role in helping to buildand safeguard nutritional stores ready for pregnancy and support good reproductive health.

Key Nutrients Included : vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folic acid, biotin, magnesium, iron, zinc, copper and selenium. Dietary Requirements : No Artificial Colours / No Preservatives / Gluten Free / No Lactose / Not Tested On Animals The advanced formula provides nutrients including vitamin B12 and iron which contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. One Pregnacare Omega-3 capsule per day provides 300 mg DHA, the exact level recommended by international experts in lipid nutrition*** for pregnant and lactating women, plus 60mg EPA. Between the months of September and March the body cannot make sufficient vitamin D from sunlight alone, which is why a supplement is recommended.Some women have reported a change in their monthly cycle while using this product. (For more information visit: Regularity of the monthly cycle and conception). Vitamin D regulates the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body, which are needed to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy. Our bodies make vitamin D when our skin is exposed to summer sunlight (from late March/early April to the end of September) During breast-feeding, the infant's brain continues to take up DHA and 15% of brain growth occurs after birth. Taken For : 3-6 months before you start to try for a baby - Once you have confirmed you are pregnant, women can continue to use up any remaining Pregnacare Conception tablets, before moving on to Pregnacare tablets or liquid.