My report came low on vitamin D and im 4 months along. Got told to take a supplement but I get scared of taking too much of anything right now. Kitna is actually safe daily? confirming before I start.
I was severely deficient during my pregnancy and my doctor prescribed a weekly sachet. Please don't start any high-dose supplements on your own, get a simple blood test done first and ask your doctor.
I try to get natural Vitamin D by doing a light morning walk in the sun, which my doctor allowed. But for supplements, only your doctor can tell you the safe international units (IU) to take daily.
Even I was wondering about this because my prenatal tablet already has some Vitamin D in it. Is it safe to take extra if I feel joint pains, or should I wait for my next doctor's appointment to ask?
Same here, my gynac gave me a daily multivitamin that had safe levels of Vitamin D. Better to let your doctor decide the exact dosage after looking at your reports.
Having the right amount is important, but too much Vitamin D can also cause issues. Since I had a complicated pregnancy, my doctor was very strict about dosages. Please consult your gynac before taking anything.
Don't go buying random Vitamin D supplements from the chemist. The safe limit depends on your personal reports. Go to your doctor, get tested, and take only what they prescribe.
My doctor told me that generally 600 IU to 1000 IU is safe daily, but if you have a deficiency, you might need a higher prescription dose. It's always best to get your levels checked through a blood test first so your gynac can advise precisely.
