21/06/2025
👶During the first trimester of pregnancy, it’s essential to take vitamins that support the baby’s early development and keep you healthy. Here are the key vitamins and nutrients recommended:
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🟣 1. Folic Acid (Folate)
• Why: Prevents neural tube defects (brain and spine problems).
• Recommended dose: 400–800 mcg per day.
• Sources: Prenatal vitamins, leafy greens, citrus fruits, beans, fortified cereals.
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🟡 2. Iron
• Why: Helps make extra blood for you and your baby and prevents anemia.
• Recommended dose: 27 mg per day.
• Sources: Red meat, spinach, legumes, fortified cereals.
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🔵 3. Calcium
• Why: Builds your baby’s bones, teeth, and muscles.
• Recommended dose: 1,000 mg per day.
• Sources: Dairy, leafy greens, tofu, fortified plant milk.
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🔴 4. Vitamin D
• Why: Helps your body absorb calcium and supports baby’s bone development.
• Recommended dose: 600 IU per day.
• Sources: Sunlight, fortified milk, fatty fish, supplements.
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🟢 5. DHA (Omega-3 Fatty Acids)
• Why: Important for baby’s brain and eye development.
• Recommended dose: 200–300 mg per day.
• Sources: Fatty fish (like salmon), fish oil, algae-based DHA supplements.
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🟠 6. Vitamin B6
• Why: Can help with morning sickness and supports baby’s brain development.
• Recommended dose: 1.9 mg per day.
• Sources: Bananas, whole grains, poultry, supplements.
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⚪ 7. Iodine
• Why: Supports baby’s brain and nervous system development.
• Recommended dose: 220 mcg per day.
• Sources: Iodized salt, dairy, eggs, seafood.
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✅ Tips:
• Choose a prenatal vitamin that contains most of these nutrients.
• Don’t take extra vitamins unless recommended by your doctor.
• Drink plenty of water and maintain a balanced diet.
