I'm in my first trimester and my doctor mentioned calcium is important. I was wondering how much calcium intake is generally recommended during pregnancy? Just want to make sure I'm taking enough for me and the baby.
Honestly, don't overthink the exact mg and all. Just have two glasses of milk daily, some paneer or dahi, and take the calcium tablet your gynac gives. Simple and easy, no need to stress about counting numbers.
Usually, pregnant women need around 1000 to 1200 mg daily, but your doctor will decide based on your reports. Food like dahi, paneer, and sesame seeds are great, but food alone might not be enough. Don't skip your prenatal calcium pills.
Please don't take any calcium supplements on your own, always ask your gynac first. I had some issues in my last pregnancy so I am very careful now. Let your doctor check your blood reports and decide what is best.
My doctor told me to take 1000mg but I always worry if I am getting enough from my food. Are you guys also tracking your daily calcium intake or just taking the pills? I get scared that baby won't get enough.
Calcium is super important for bones, especially if you are doing mild pregnancy yoga or walking like my doc allowed me. I make sure to include ragi roti and lots of dairy. But definitely ask your doctor about the exact tablet dosage first!
I used to take my calcium tablets regularly during pregnancy and even now while breastfeeding. Baby takes everything from our bones, you know! So focus on a good diet and whatever your gynac has prescribed.
Look, your gynac will prescribe calcium tablets, just take them daily without fail. Don't skip thinking you are eating well. Along with that eat normal ghar ka khana like ragi, milk, and curd, you'll be absolutely fine.
