There is still a stereotype that the more vitamins a pregnant woman consumes, the better for her and her baby. Unfortunately, this approach can lead to very unpleasant consequences. Remember that not only a deficiency is dangerous, but also an overabundance of vitamins in the body, so you need to be careful with their use, especially when it comes to pregnancy.
One of the most important vitamins that should be taken for a favorable pregnancy is B9 or folic acid. Experts recommend starting to take this vitamin at a dosage of 400 mcg per day 3-4 months before the planned conception, so that the female body will quickly adapt to pregnancy, which will come later. By the way, both future parents should take this vitamin, i.e. a man should also take part in this.
It is not at all necessary to buy vitamin complexes, it is enough to eat right. B9 is found in lettuce, carrots, parsley, spinach, liver, apricots, sunflower seeds, cheese, egg yolk, tomatoes, and legumes. These foods are also rich in other vitamins, so eating them will benefit you. Just do not overdo it and stick to the above norm! After conception, a pregnant woman should follow a "folate diet" for the first 12 weeks, after which she can gradually switch to a different diet. Remember that B9 promotes a healthy pregnancy, helps to carry a healthy, strong baby and significantly reduces the risk of miscarriage.
You can also use other vitamins, including A and C. After consulting with your doctor, you can choose a multivitamin complex and take a course lasting 3-4 weeks to replenish the vitamin deficiency in the body. This is especially true in spring and winter. In summer and autumn, multivitamin complexes are often replaced with a healthy diet, unless the doctor advises you to do otherwise in a particular case. To get the right amount of vitamins, be sure to include fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, nuts, juices, dairy products and cheese in your diet.
