My recent blood test showed my iron levels are a bit low, and my doctor suggested increasing iron intake. I'm in my second trimester. How much iron is recommended per day during pregnancy? I want to make sure I'm getting enough.
Honestly, I just swallowed whatever horse-sized iron pills my doctor gave me! I don't remember the exact mg, but they are super important to avoid feeling like a zombie.
Don't stress too much about the numbers, dear. Just eat spinach, beetroot, and apples, and take whatever iron supplement your doctor has recommended for u.
Don't self-prescribe iron supplements. Your doctor will do a blood test and give u the exact dosage based on your hemoglobin levels. Just stick to that.
My hemoglobin dropped heavily, so my doctor had to put me on high dose iron. Don't guess the dosage yourself, let your doctor decide after checking your blood reports.
The dieticians at my hospital provided a chart showing we need around 27mg of iron daily, mostly met through prenatal vitamins and diet. Definitely ask your doctor for your prescription.
