Doc has started me on folic acid and iron tablets and im taking them daily. Just wanted to understand are these really that important na? Sometimes i forget so trying to know how much they matter.
Of course they are good, actually they are non-negotiable during pregnancy. Folic acid prevents baby defects and iron stops anemia, so don't skip them even for a day.
I used to forget my tablets all the time due to pregnancy brain, but yes, they are life savers! My doctor warned me that low iron would make me even more exhausted postpartum, so please take them.
Supplements are super essential for baby's development. Along with tablets, try to eat beetroot and spinach, but always let your doctor decide the exact dosage.
Yes, my gynac gave me these from day one! But the iron tablets make my stomach quite upset sometimes, does anyone else also face bad constipation because of iron?
Staying regular with supplements is key, especially since we can't get enough iron from food alone. Just be careful not to take iron supplements with sweet juices if you are monitoring your sugar levels.
These are the absolute basics of a healthy pregnancy, dear. Folic acid is super important in the early months, and iron supports your blood volume as baby grows.
I could barely keep any food down, so my doctor told me to take iron tablets at night after a light snack to prevent nausea. Definitely take them as they are crucial, but adjust the timing if they make u feel sick.
Folic acid prevents neural tube defects in the baby, while iron is needed because your blood volume increases dramatically. Take them with vitamin C like lemon water to help your body absorb the iron better.
Please don't self-medicate with random brands even if they are good. Always let your gynecologist prescribe the correct daily dose based on your blood reports.
I was prescribed folic acid even before conceiving, and iron was added in my second trimester. My hemoglobin stayed perfect throughout because of this, but everyone's body needs different things.
I know how scary it is to start new pills when you are pregnant, I used to worry about side effects constantly. But these are totally safe and essential, they really protect your little one.
