Were planning for a baby and a friend told me to start folic acid even before i conceive. I havent asked my doctor yet, appointment is next week. Did you all start it beforehand? curious how early one should begin.
Yes, my gynac actually told me to start folic acid a few months before trying to conceive. She said it's important early for the baby's neural development. So starting beforehand is exactly right, just confirm the dose with your doctor.
Absolutely, taking it before conceiving is recommended. Just get the right dose from your gynac rather than picking a random one off the shelf. A preconception visit sorts all this out.
I'm planning and started folic acid on my doctor's advice already. Good to see it confirmed here that before is better. Feels nice to be prepared in advance.
