In almost all cases this prenatal should replace a general multivitamin. Some women may need extra iron, so we strongly recommend measuring iron levels before pregnancy, and again halfway through pregnancy, as iron needs may increase during pregnancy
No, you do not need to consult your doctor before taking a prenatal. You should start a prenatal as soon as you become pregnant, and preferably several months before you become pregnant. You should schedule a preconception or prenatal visit with your
In almost all cases this prenatal should replace a general multivitamin. Please consult with your physician if you want to take additional nutritional supplements.
Our prenatal has a shelf life of 3 years. We always recommend taking them before that time period to ensure they are fresh. It is also best to take the prenatal that is tailored to each trimester.
We recommend switching to a regular vitamin/mineral supplement after birth since the higher levels of nutrients in the prenatal are no longer needed.
Yes. The amounts in this prenatal are generally safe and within the Tolerable Upper Intake Limits established by the FDA. However, taking additional amounts of vitamins (especially fat-soluble vitamins including vitamins A, D, E, K) and minerals coul
Vitamins and minerals are normally part of food and are generally best taken with food to prevent stomach upset.
Inositol is a nutrient similar to glucose that is synthesized in the kidneys and present in the highest concentrations in the brain and heart. It acts as a second messenger to various hormones such as insulin, follicle-stimulating hormone, and thyroi
It is best to start a prenatal 3 or more months prior to pregnancy so the woman’s body has all the nutrients needed during the first few weeks of pregnancy which are critical times for early brain and body development. We always recommend consulting
We recommend taking your prenatal vitamins with a meal as it will help your body digest the nutrients more efficiently. We know taking a prenatal is hard so we split our prenatal vitamins between morning and evening to make digestion easier.
Many research studies have shown that the levels of nearly all vitamins and most minerals decrease significantly during pregnancy. The RDA is designed to prevent deficiency, but an increasing number of studies have shown that higher levels of some vi
You should continue a prenatal while you are nursing. Our postnatal supplement is designed to help your body recover by providing optimal nutrition. We recommend taking the postnatal throughout nursing.
Our prenatal has a shelf life of three years. The manufacturing date is located at the bottom of the product. We always recommend taking our products close to purchasing to ensure they are fresh.
Most prenatals are a single pill that does not have nearly enough vitamins and minerals in them. heatlhynest Prenatal Supplements are specifically designed for each trimester to provide you with the optimal nutrition based on the standard American d
We conducted an extensive review of hundreds of research studies on how nutritional deficiencies were associated with pregnancy complications and infant health problems and reviews of many clinical trials of the benefits of supplementation. The Recom
Most women consume only 20% of the Recommended Daily Amount for DHA, which means most women have low levels and need supplementation. 4 studies in the US found that dosages of 300-600 mg/day of DHA were helpful in improving rates of early preterm bir
Folic acid is the artificial form of folate and does not exist in nature. It requires the body to convert the folic acid to methylfolate to become active. Instead, we give methlyfolate, the active form, so your body can absorb the nutrients easier. E
We know it’s not easy to take so many pills. One pill barely contains enough for the body’s need for calcium, let alone all the other vitamins and minerals. So, prenatals with only 1 pill generally have low amounts of the vitamins and minerals needed
Vitamin D3 is the form naturally made by your body after exposure to sunlight. We selected this as it is the most bio-available form.