Prenatal vitamins
Which Prenatal Vitamin Should I Take?
Look for a prenatal with at least 400 mcg folic acid, plus iron, iodine, and vitamin D — and honestly, the best prenatal is the one you'll actually take every day. Consistency beats the "perfect" formula.
Prenatals fill the gaps that diet alone can miss in pregnancy. The non-negotiables to check on the label:
Folic acid — at least 400 mcg (helps prevent neural tube defects).
Iron — supports your increased blood volume.
Iodine — for baby's brain and thyroid development.
Vitamin D — bone health.
Bonus: choline and DHA/omega-3 are great if included (many skip them).
If one brand makes you nauseous, try another form (gummies, smaller tablets, taking it at night).
Common follow-ups
Start before pregnancy?Ideally yes — folic acid matters from before conception.
Gummies OK?Fine, but many gummies lack iron — check.
Avo shows you which nutrients your food already covers and where a prenatal fills the gap.So you choose a vitamin that matches what you actually need.