Is cod liver oil safe for pregnancy?

Question

I used to take cod liver oil supplements for general health and immunity before getting pregnant. Is it safe to continue taking cod liver oil now that I'm expecting a baby?

Usha Srivastava · Answer

At home, my MIL was constantly giving me ghee and nuts, but for supplements like cod liver oil, I strictly asked my doctor first. Please don't take it without their green signal.

Hema Malhotra · Answer

Hey! 🌟 Cod liver oil has high Vitamin A which might not be safe during pregnancy, so please ask your gynac before taking it. Better safe than sorry! 😊

Lakshmi Vyas · Answer

Actually, I was also reading about this. My doc prescribed a normal veg DHA supplement instead. Is cod liver oil really better or should we avoid it?

Nilima Deshpande · Answer

My Amma told me to eat fresh fish instead of taking these oils. It is always better to trust your doctor's prescription rather than taking over-the-counter cod liver oil, as high Vitamin A can be risky.

Kadambari Sethi · Answer

Please don't take any supplements like cod liver oil without asking your doctor. During pregnancy, we need regular follow-ups and only doctor-approved vitamins.

Lakshmi Vyas · Answer

I stuck only to the iron, calcium, and multivitamins my gynac prescribed and had a smooth normal delivery. It's best to let your doctor decide if you really need cod liver oil.