Pregnacare Conception, White, 1 Count (Pack of 1)

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Available in different forms: Pregnacare Original, Plus and Max tablets / capsules. Liquid and Gummies are also available for those who prefer not to swallow tablets. All the products include 400µg Folic Acid as recommended by the UK Department of Health until the 12th week of pregnancy. Folic Acid also contributes to maternal tissue growth during all of pregnancy.

When choosing the best prenatal vitamin for you, the most important thing is that it contains a well-rounded list of all the necessary nutrients to support the demands of pregnancy. Look for supplements that are made of good quality ingredients without too many fillers, and that are free from artificial additives. Another crucial factor is ensuring that the supplement you choose is vetted by your GP or midwife before you start taking it. Pregnacare provides expert nutritional care with supplements for every stage of pregnancy. When you start taking the tablets depends on the stage you are at:

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Before: Pregnacare Conception provides 400µg Folic Acid as recommended by the UK Department of Health for all women from the start of trying to conceive. To help prepare your body it can be used for up to three months before you start to try for a baby. Once confirmed you are pregnant, you can continue to use any remaining tablets before moving on to take Pregnacare Original, Liquid, Gummies, Plus or Max. The beneficial effect is obtained with a supplemental folic acid daily intake of 400µg for at least one month before and up to three months after conception. The most recent thing that I personally noticed was that on the evening of the 14th April I experienced strong menstrual cramping which would always have been followed by my period, but, no period! Not as yet. I looked on the Pregnacare advisory leaflet that mentioned reports of irregular periods following consumption, and that this is perfectly safe. It didn't give any explanation as to why this was the case as far as I can remember.

Further research has also been conducted by way of a systematic review of the effect of nutritional supplementation on menstrual cycle regularity by Dr Kathy Redfern BSc, MSc, PhD, RNutr Lecturer in Nutrition and Dr Gail Rees BSc, PhD, RD, RNutr Associate Professor of Human Nutrition, University of Plymouth. The daily folic acid recommendation of 400 micrograms is said to reduce the likelihood of these potential problems in a baby’s development in the early weeks. In addition, the NHS also recommends a daily dose of vitamin D. Ideally, pregnant women need 10 micrograms of vitamin D per day and should consider taking this between September to March when there is less exposure to the sun. During pregnancy, your baby is reliant on what you eat as his or her source of nourishment. Even with a good diet, additional specific nutrients like Folic Acid and Vitamin D can be important. Pregnacare has been formulated by experts in nutrition to provide each ingredient at precise levels, in moderation, and for every stage of pregnancy: Minerals: Minerals are another important ingredient to look for in prenatal vitamins. Some of these include magnesium, calcium, zinc and iodine. Your doctor may also recommend that you take iron, although these needs vary from person to person, so only take iron after consulting with your doctor.

Pregnacare Conception Max is a nutrient based, scientifically researched formula without any drugs or hormones. It contains no ingredients known to cause irregularity in the monthly cycle. Pregnacare Conception Max includes a high purity Omega-3 capsule which provides DHA and EPA essential fatty acids. During pregnancy maternal intake of DHA contributes to normal foetal brain and eye development.** Preparing your body and ensuring you have a healthy diet and lifestyle to maximise your chances of conception are important factors when you decide to plan for a baby. Pregnacare Conception Max formula has been developed on the basis of worldwide studies showing that certain nutrients can play an important role in helping to build nutritional stores ready for pregnancy and support good reproductive health. Pregnacare Conception Max provides all round support with additional nutrients including biotin & copper which contribute to normal energy release and iron which contributes to the normal function of the immune system & normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin. Vitamins B6 & B12 are also important to help maintain the normal functioning of the nervous system. The formula also includes other key nutrients; Coenzyme Q10, Inositol, N-Acetyl Cysteine and Betacarotene.

The NHS also recommends that anyone pregnant, or trying to be, should take a folic acid supplement. It is advised that you take folic acid daily throughout pregnancy. This is very important as it can help prevent major birth defects in a foetus’s brain (anencephaly) and spine (spina bifida). During: Pregnacare Original, Plus, Max, Liquid and Gummies have been formulated to be taken throughout pregnancy. While only one format should be taken at any one time, you can switch between the types depending on your needs: e.g. Pregnacare Plus provides all the benefits of Pregnacare Original plus an Omega-3 capsule which provides 300mg DHA. Maternal intake of DHA contributes to the normal development of the eye and brain of the foetus. (A daily intake of 200mg DHA is required in addition to the recommended daily intake of DHA for adults). Pregnacare Max includes all the benefits of Pregnacare Plus , with the addition of L-Methylfolate, a more readily bio-available form of Folic Acid, and 500mg Calcium which is needed for the maintenance of normal bones and teeth. Before: When you start thinking about planning a baby (often referred to as TTC, trying to conceive), we recommend you start taking Pregnacare Conception. The UK Department of Health recommends women planning a baby should take a supplement containing 400µg of Folic Acid from the start of trying to conceive until the 12th week of pregnancy. This is the exact amount of Folic Acid contained in Pregnacare. (If you have some Pregnacare Conception tablets left over once you have confirmed you are pregnancy you can use these up before moving to the Pregnacare during pregnancy products (Original, Gummies, Liquid, Plus or Max). In addition to ensuring that your prenatal vitamin provides you with all the essential nutrients to support a healthy pregnancy, it’s also important to maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet. Supplements can only provide support to a healthy lifestyle and cannot deliver everything your body requires during pregnancy. What factors should I consider when looking for a prenatal vitamin?After: Pregnacare Breast-feeding provides 20 nutrients including 700mg Calcium which is needed for the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, plus an Omega-3 capsule with 300mg DHA. Maternal intake of DHA contributes to the normal development of the eye and brain of breastfed infants. (A beneficial effect can be obtained from a daily intake of 200mg DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake of 250mg of DHA/EPA for adults). Pregnacare Breast-feeding is recommended as a comprehensive nutritional support for as long as you are breast-feeding. Certain nutrients can play a role in helping support reproductive health in women. Pregnacare Conception Max includes zinc which is scientifically proven to contribute to normal fertility and reproduction whilst vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity. Recent research using Pregnacare looked at the effect of vitamin D supplementation on vitamin D status in pregnant women ( Alhomaid et al. Effect of vitamin D supplementation on vitamin D status in pregnant women: Findings from the MO-VITD study.Proceedings of the Nutrition Society,2020.)Based on this latest scientific research, Pregnacare Conception Max, includes 25µg Vitamin D. The formula also includes vitamin B12, iron, magnesium and vitamin D which have a role in the process of cell division. Therefore, any irregularity in cycle whilst someone is on Pregnacare Conception is likely to be casual, a chance finding and likely to highlight some other pre-existing condition. This warrants referral to a doctor and full investigation. Prenatal vitamins are each specially formulated for the different stages of pregnancy. Some work best for before pregnancy while trying to conceive, while others are designed to support pregnant women during those all-important first 12 weeks. For anyone still trying to conceive, it is recommended to start taking prenatal vitamins three months before you hope to get pregnant.

Vitamin D: The NHS recommends taking a daily vitamin D supplement during pregnancy. You’ll need 10 micrograms of vitamin D each day. This supplement by Proceive is tailored to support you and your baby in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. The supplement comes in capsule form and contains 29 vitamins, minerals and amino acids, including all-important folic acid. It also provides calcium and vitamin D support to help maintain normal bone development. Pregnacare Conception Max provides L-Methylfolate, an advanced form of folic acid, plus a high purity Omega-3 fish oil capsule providing essential fatty acids DHA and EPA. The advanced, carefully balanced, formulation provides increased levels of nutrients compared to Pregnacare Conception: Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Selenium, Magnesium, Coenzyme Q10, N-Acetyl Cysteine and Inositol. It also includes zinc which is scientifically proven to contribute to normal fertility and reproduction. Pregnacare Conception Max has been specially formulated on the basis of worldwide studies to help build and safeguard your nutritional stores ready for pregnancy. It is specially formulated to help support healthy conception for women who are trying for a baby and provides the ultimate ‘before pregnancy’ support in the Pregnacare range. Pregnacare New Mum tablets are an alternative/next stage after Pregnacare Breast-feeding. It includes Iron and Vitamin B12 help to reduce tiredness and fatigue. Pregnacare New Mum can be taken through the postnatal period for as long as you wish. There is no specific time limit to taking these. Once you decide to stop taking Pregnacare New Mum you may wish to consider Wellwoman supplements for ongoing daily nutritional support.Use Pregnacare Conception Max as soon as you start trying for a baby. To help prepare your body, it can even be used up to 3 months before you start to try for a baby. Once confirmed you are pregnant, you can continue to use any remaining tablets, before taking Pregnacare® for during pregnancy, e.g. Original, Gummies, Plus or Max. There is no evidence that the various components in Pregnacare Conception should cause an irregularity in cycle in normal cycling women. Its various components have been shown to be safe and of benefit. Prospective randomized trial of multiple micronutrients in subfertile women undergoing ovulation induction: a pilot study. Reprod Biomed Online Agrawal R, Burt E, Gallagher AM, Butler L, Venkatakrishnan R, Peitsidis P. 2011. Swallow with water or a cold drink. Not to be chewed. Do not exceed recommended intake. To be taken only on a full stomach. There is no need to take an additional multivitamin. Vitamin A and C: Vitamin A supports the baby’s eye and organ development, while vitamin C can help maintain both foetal and maternal health. Taking these vitamins is linked to reduced complications in pregnancy, such as preeclampsia and preterm birth. However, the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists warns that “Too much vitamin A can harm the development of your baby’s nervous system. During pregnancy, avoid any supplements that contain more than 700 micrograms (µg) of vitamin A and don’t eat foods such as liver, liver products (pâté) or fish liver oils that may contain this vitamin in high levels.”