My first pregnancy with my husband and did not know what prenatal vitamins to take till I came across your video. Thank you for educating us on the different vitamins we need for a healthy baby. You are truly a blessing!!! Just ordered my baby & me 2 prenatal vitamins and can’t wait to take them to grow my little bundle of Joy!!!
This was so helpful, especially since you have these specific dosages in the description! I wanted a prenatal vitamin especially for infertility and conception, as I have PCOS. I was excited to hear you mention pink stork, because I actually just ordered vitamins from them; It was not one of the 2 that you mentioned. It was their Fertility prenatal gummies.
You are a LIFESAVER! Thanks to you, I stopped Materna and bought Megafood baby&me 2 today :) I found it doesn’t have calcium so I bought ‘platinum easycal calcium’ as well. It has calcium 500mg, magnesium 150mg, vitamin d3 5mcg, vitamin e 20mg, vitamin c 40mg, fishoil(epa/dha) 1000mg. Is it good to take with baby and me2?
Calcium is good to take during pregnancy as your baby is using your calcium stores to build his or her bones. If you don't want to supplement calcium, you can eat foods high in calcium.
Nice video! thank you! I am currently using Nexplanon and me and my husband are planning to have a baby next year. I will definitely will bring this up to my Dr. next visit. I am so happy to hear this confirmation about prenatal care. I thought I was too early.
What would be better the mega food prenatal multivitamin as you mentioned in this video or the prenatal vitamin with DHA plus choline? I’m torn between both options as well as the rainbow prenatal one. Any chance you can give me your thoughts? Please and thank you!
Thanks doctor....what prenatal are good for acne prone skin I'm using prenatal nature made and I feel like I've been breaking out so bad lately was help
I love your video! Very helpful! Pregnant for 5 weeks now. Do you think megafood baby&me is better or baby & me 2 is better? And it seems like both of them needs supplements. If you choose one, could you tell me what other supplements I need to take? I heard I should take Dha/ epa as well. Is it true?? Thanks so much !!
Hi Nacho 06! MegaFood Baby & Me 2 is a fantastic prenatal! It really has everything you need for a prenatal, even choline. You don't need to supplement this prenatal unless you have deficiencies that your doctor has talked to you about supplementing. Best wishes on your pregnancy! Keep watching @pearently for pregnancy info and birth help.
Gd evening doc, please am here for the first time and have trying for almost 10yrs, what supplement is most appropriate for me to conceive naturally or have a successful IVF, thank you
MegaFood Baby & Me no longer contains choline. Please note that I recommend MegaFood Baby & Me 2, which contains 300 mg of Choline in one serving (2 tablets) New link in description.
@@lupitacovarrubias6790 Hi Lupita. DHA is good for your health and the health of your baby, but it is not required to take as a supplement during pregnancy. You can purchase the Actif prenatal that contains DHA, you can take a supplement separately, or you can eat foods high in DHA (omega-3 fatty acid) such as salmon, tuna, flax seeds, walnuts, and eggs. I hope this is helpful.
Thanks so much for this video! Would you recommend this if I’m sensitive to biotin? I break out so bad or do you have prenatals that you recommend without biotin?
Hey thanks for vido and its nice to now this prenatal vitamins i wantt now d/r when i can i use whene ? Can u answer for me please i have plan this time to get kid
Thank you so much for such helpful video. May I please ask if taking magnesium supplement during pregnancy (all stages) is safe? It really helps with bowel movement and now that I stopped, it’s a problem.... I usually would take powder magnesium citrate 300mg at night. I really hope it’s safe to take during pregnancy? Please kindly advise 🙏🏻
If I am taking the pink stork fertility support capsule should I take a prenatal to for trying to conceive or is that to much ? Like the OLLY one with folic acid and dha ? Just scared I don’t want to take too much and some thing happened to me lol my pee is already bright yellow from the pink stork one, so should I not mix with you or is it OK to mix the two? And is it ok to also add organic maca root black red and yellow from nutralife ?
Hi Dr. Boyd, thanks for the video explaining about the prenatal vitamin, i have a question,it ok to take mega food baby and me 2 in the morning and Actif prenatal in the evening? i want to take both, is it ok? because i want to increase the chance of having twin!!
Hello I just found out I’m pregnant and i believe to be 4-5weeks I have not seen an OBGYN yet however my friends explain to start taking prenatal vitamins. I’m looking into the product you recommend but I’m also looking I to Garden of Life Organic Prenatal Multivitamin Supplement with Folate. What’s your opinion on this product? Thank you 😊
Hi Dr.Boyd, can you please introduce a brand for Choline only which is suitable for pregnant women. My wife has heard about this vitamin in a fist time. Thank you very much.
Baby & Me 2 Prenatal - amzn.to/2MFbhVU - has choline in it, and add foods like eggs, nuts, beans, quinoa, meat, and dairy. Or take this choline supplement along with prenatal - amzn.to/2MFMAJb
I have a question doc could you pls help me because the gen. doc told me that folic acid together with vit B12 (Yodocefol) shouldn’t be taken with any medication even vitamins, because I asked if I can take pre natal and he told me not. Do you think its right not to take pre natal vit because of this?
Thank you for the information! Does Mega food baby and me 2 contain enough folic acid? It has folate of 600 mcg. I searched through and found that equals to less than 400 mcg of folic acid. Do you recommend to take extra folic acid?
Hi Maggie. Yes, Mega Food Baby and Me 2 does contain enough folate (folic acid). If you take the recommended dose (2 tablets) everyday, you will get 600 mcg of folate. We recommend that a pregnant woman get at least 400 mcg of folic acid each day. I always tell my patients that it is safe to take an additional supplement of folic acid (folate) 1 mg for extra precaution (especially if they have neural tube defect in the family).
Hi Doctor can you recommend a prenatal without Vit B12 in it. Recently found out my vitB12 levels are in 800s because of prenatal so I was advised to stop taking b12 supplements. Is there any prenatal that you would recommend which does not have b12 in it?
Great video - from what I can see, the MegaFood Baby & Me supplement does not have Choline in it. The newer MegaFood Baby & Me 2 version is the only one that contains Choline.
Thank you for this information. Can you please give me your opinion on the Ritual Essential Prenatal vitamins. We are trying to get pregnant (will be 3rd child) and I want to make sure I am taking the right ones. Thank you for your time!
@@mckenzieannabelle Thank you for taking the time to respond! Do you recommend taking calcium in additionto the Ritual prenatal? I do not drink cow's milk or eat a lot of cheese or yogurt. Thank you in advance for your time!
Hi Cayla. Baby and Me does not contain choline like Baby and Me 2 does. This is not required in a prenatal as you can get choline in enough quantity in many foods. However, many moms like to take "just in case". It is very good for your baby during development. Also, the baby and me requires you to take 4 tablets per day for a serving! Baby and Me 2 only requires you to take 2 tablets per day for a serving. Big benefit.
Thanks for the information. I really like the ingredients which Baby and me2 prenatals offers. Only conecern about Baby and me 2 prenatal that is it safe if having Hypothyroidism? because it seems the folate is made from broccoli in this prenatal so will it be good for me for thyroid conditions? Thanks
Hi Poonam. I realize that broccoli is not recommended in high amounts for women with hypothyroidism. I recommend that you consult with your endocrinologist before taking this prenatal.
Hi Allisha. There is little known research that Coq10 is needed during pregnancy unless your body is deficient or you have other illnesses that require this supplement. There is a little bit of research that may show that Coq10 could prevent preeclampsia (high blood pressure and protein in urine). But this benefit does not have a lot of research behind it. Please talk to your doctor about your needs for this supplement. Best wishes.
Hi doc.I wanna ask I got Swisse vitamins but is it good for me I am pregnant turning 2 months now Is it ok to still take this vitamins ? I am scared it will harm my baby. Pls. Answer 😔
Hello Dr. Thank you for your video. I just have a question... So we should be taking the Mega food baby and me 2 (two tablets) and the actif DHA tablet as well? All together? Or just one of each? Or should we choose between the baby and me2 and the actif prenatal vitamin with dha? Which one is better? I’m sorry im so confused.
Hi Presley. You can choose between the two different prenatal vitamins. I recommend them both. If you take Baby and Me then take 2 tablets each day. It does not have DHA (omega 3 fatty acid), which is healthy for your pregnancy, but it is not a requirement for a prenatal. You can get omega-3 fatty acid from foods such as salmon, flax seeds, and walnuts. Or you can take the Actif prenatal. Best wishes.
Hello Weave. This prenatal is good, but I do not recommend this prenatal because of the ingredients they use along with the vitamins and minerals. Also, it is important to find a prenatal with folate rather than folic acid. Folate is the natural occurring form of the vitamin that is easier for many women to digest and use.
Any videos on PCOS and pregnancy? I’m 9 weeks and worried I might miscarriage. Trying to eat healthy but it’s hard when you have a food allergy to dairy, wheat, gluten, egg whites, pineapple, papaya and ginger. Kind of hard to avoid some of those foods when you’re getting nauseous but you’re too tired to cook a healthy meal. Trying to not eat as much fruit too but it does help a little. I’m worried if I eat too much fruit and not enough of the other healthy foods I’ll miscarriage.
What are your thoughts on the raw code prenatal vitamis? Ot contains vitex which I have heard it should not be taken during pregnancy? Also whats best to take folate or folic acid?...
Hi Dr. Just wanted to know is taking prenatal vitamins really that important and necessary . The only reason I'm asking is becoz I have a healthy diet I have spinach nuts whole foods fruits vegetables and so will taking pre natal vitamin double the amount of vitamins in my body? For eg in one prenatal supplement there is 70mg of vitamin c but I have fresh have orange juice every morning which also has vitamin c so will this not be harmful for me ? Please reply
Hi Cris Ann. Getting vitamins and minerals in your diet (food) is the best way to get the nutrients that you need. However, most women do not eat enough fresh fruits, vegetable, nuts, meat, etc. to get all of the vitamins and minerals needed to grow their precious cargo (baby). I always recommend that women take a prenatal vitamin before, during, and after pregnancy (even if they have a very healthy and balanced diet). Your body will get rid of the "extra" amounts of vitamins and minerals that it does not need. The vitamins that you need to be cautious about overdosing with are vitamins A, D, E, and K. These vitamins, in very large doses, can build up in your body and become dangerous. However, this happens when taken in LARGE doses. So, yes, I do recommend that you take a prenatal vitamin to be safe. I hope this is helpful. Best wishes.
I was looking for this product Pink Stork Liquid lrenatal, because it was recommended by a friend. However, I noticed that brushing citric acid and benzoate produces benzene, which is a carcinogenic substance. :( is it so?
Hi Dinara. I have not heard about the ingredient being carcinogenic. However, if it concerns you then try another prenatal vitamin like MegaFood Baby and Me 2 (*new with choline) --- amzn.to/2Hr5kZQ
We do recommend taking DHA during your pregnancy for baby's brain development. We recommend at least 300 mg of DHA daily. I also recommend this vitamin that contains DHA and is a good choice for a prenatal Actif Organic Prenatal Vitamin --> amzn.to/2VtvOmp
Hello Dr. Thank you for your video. I just have a question... So we should be taking the Mega food baby and me 2 (two tablets) and the DHA tablet as well? All together?
Hello Nereida. This is an acceptable prenatal vitamin. However, I think there are better ones such as the prenatal vitamins I recommend in this video. Congratulations on your pregnancy.
@@mckenzieannabelle now i am thinking getting this pretty good review what you think about Nature's Way Alive! Prenatal Premium Gummy Multivitamin with DHA
Hello, I just wanted to ask you if one a day women's prenatal vitamins is a good vitamin to take before ttc? should I take choline sperate? since I didn't see it in the ingredient. Thank you
Hello Kika TK. Yes, One A Day Women's Prenatal Multivitamin is acceptable if you are trying to conceive, during your pregnancy, and after your pregnancy. (if this is the vitamin you are referring to --> amzn.to/2LzJTIu). You can take a choline supplement separately, or you can eat foods rich in choline such as eggs, spinach, beets, peanuts, etc.
I have been reading that up to 50% of the population has a gene mutation that prevents proper absorption of folic acid, therefore folate is the better nutrient to look for. Most vitamins contain folic acid which is synthetic but I was able to find folate based option at Whole Foods. My dr didn’t know anything about this.
I’m having trouble taking prenatal 1.either it’s big pills or expensive 2. Prenatal gummies too sweet ! I take that but RIP my dentist Help what should I do. I’m 32 weeks pregnant
All of the studies I’m finding are showing choline in mg. 480 mg is what I keep seeing. I found a choline supplement that is 300 mg and 450 mg. Would that be too much?
Hi Ella. Yes, this is an error in this video that I have not fixed yet. I apologize. The correct amount is 400 - 450 mg per day (not mcg). If you don't eat foods high in choline (meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy) then you can supplement with the 450 mg dose. I hope this clarifies things.
Yes, you should start taking a prenatal at least 3 months before conception (if possible). Megafood is one that I recommend that you take before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after pregnancy.
Pink stork has a lot of vitamin A is it true that vitamin a is linked with birth defects ? It looks like a complete prenatal but the levels of Vitamin A looks dangerous. Please respond
@@mckenzieannabelle is pregvit folic 5 which has 5mg folicacid safe to take before 1 month of pregnancy and upto 14weeks of pregnancy. My spouse had consumed so. Is there any risk doing so for baby? Please reply
Hi! Thanks for the video. I'm concerned with taking multi-vitamins due to the fact that certain vitamins are best absorbed away from others (ex: iron is not well absorbed when taken with calcium, etc). Do you recommend taking individual vitamins (at the recommended amounts) away from their problem vitamins to help increase absorption?
Hi Kala. The contents of a prenatal vitamin work together well. Prenatal vitamins do not always contain enough calcium. So, it is good to take calcium separately. It is never a bad thing to take vitamins individually like you described. However, this is more work for you. Make sure that you are not too overwhelmed with remembering to take each vitamin. A big concern is that women take vitamins on an empty stomach or without fat. Certain vitamins need fat for absorption. So, I recommend that you take your vitamins with a meal containing healthy fats (avocado, eggs, butter, olive oil, cheese, etc.)
I bought baby and me 2. 60 tablets but I don't understand how many tablet I take per day. If I take 2 tablets how much folate I get please help me I am 8 weeks pregnancy
Hello Shwit Embaye. You should take 2 tablets per day to receive 600 mcg of Folate. Also eat a diet high in folate if possible: broccoli, spinach, bananas, beets, asparagus...
I had a missed miscarriage last week. I had my follow up app today and they said i passed everything. I know there’s not an explanation for it but my doctor said that if im going to eventually try to convince again she recommended to keep taking my prenatals and she also recommended me to take a folic acid vitamin. Wellll i forgot to tell her the prenatal vitamin i was taking was prescribed by one of the midwifes in their practice and i googled that usually prescribed prenatals have more folic acid that over the counter and that if you take too much folic acid is also bad for you. . So i’m assuming she thought i was taking over the counter prenatals and she wanted me to add this folic acid. Help!!! What should i do!? I want to do everything possible in my hands to help out in my next pregnancy since last time i did not take anything prior to conceiving.
Sorry to hear that you miscarried. How far along were you? Were you taking folic acid or methyl-folate? Maybe speak to your doctor about your concerns.
Hi Elliieevc. I am sorry about your loss. It is safe to take up to 1 mg of folic acid / folate. Mom's that have risk factors for spina bifida should take more folic acid / folate. I recommend talking to your doctor about the prenatal that you are taking and how much folic acid / folate she recommends for you.
Prenatal vitamins are supplements that can be purchased OTC (over the counter). This means that you do not need a prescription to buy and take prenatal vitamins. However, if you are concerned about your health, then I would recommend talking to your healthcare provider before purchasing prenatal vitamins. I hope this is helpful.
Hi Losy. Are you saying that you cannot absorb choline in supplements and in foods such as meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, and whole grains? Is this something that you recently discovered via lab results or is this something you have dealt with your whole life? As related to your baby weight, are you talking about your baby is not gaining weight or you are not gaining weight in your pregnancy? How far along are you in your pregnancy?
@@mckenzieannabelle thanks Dr for replying , what I mean that absorb choline , is bcz I have this condition of bad body odor called fish odor syndrome , am taking supplements that does contain choline , and I eat meat , fish , beans & eggs just for the baby, I don't care how I smell as long as the baby get nutrients, but all what I get is scratching all over my body & smell holible, I think it s a sign of over proteins, the bad news last week I went on my 34 weeks 3 days scan , my Dr say my baby is still 10 days later , the weight is 2008/, BPD=82mm , HC=301mm, AC=275mm, FL=65mm
@@losyvideoheavens2999 Yes, the choline can exacerbate (make worse) your condition. But it is important for your baby's development. Your doctor should continue to monitor your baby and make a decision according to his/her knowledge of your circumstances.
Hi JTra. Dr. Boyd went to medical school and earned his D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Then he returned to achieve his M.D. (Medical Doctor). This allows Dr. Boyd to have two perspectives while caring for his patients. Hope this helps👍
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My first pregnancy with my husband and did not know what prenatal vitamins to take till I came across your video. Thank you for educating us on the different vitamins we need for a healthy baby. You are truly a blessing!!! Just ordered my baby & me 2 prenatal vitamins and can’t wait to take them to grow my little bundle of Joy!!!
This is great to hear. Thank you for sharing. Best wishes!
This was so helpful, especially since you have these specific dosages in the description! I wanted a prenatal vitamin especially for infertility and conception, as I have PCOS. I was excited to hear you mention pink stork, because I actually just ordered vitamins from them; It was not one of the 2 that you mentioned. It was their Fertility prenatal gummies.
Very Very Very helpful. Thank you! You're the 1st doctor who has rec'd a Whole Foods based prenatal. Sad, but true,
You are a LIFESAVER! Thanks to you, I stopped Materna and bought Megafood baby&me 2 today :) I found it doesn’t have calcium so I bought ‘platinum easycal calcium’ as well. It has calcium 500mg, magnesium 150mg, vitamin d3 5mcg, vitamin e 20mg, vitamin c 40mg, fishoil(epa/dha) 1000mg. Is it good to take with baby and me2?
Calcium is good to take during pregnancy as your baby is using your calcium stores to build his or her bones. If you don't want to supplement calcium, you can eat foods high in calcium.
Nice video! thank you! I am currently using Nexplanon and me and my husband are planning to have a baby next year. I will definitely will bring this up to my Dr. next visit. I am so happy to hear this confirmation about prenatal care. I thought I was too early.
What would be better the mega food prenatal multivitamin as you mentioned in this video or the prenatal vitamin with DHA plus choline? I’m torn between both options as well as the rainbow prenatal one. Any chance you can give me your thoughts? Please and thank you!
Folate-400-800 mcg
Iodine-150 mcg
Choline-400-450 mcg
Vitamin D-1000-4000 IU
Iron-20-30 mcg
Thanks doctor....what prenatal are good for acne prone skin I'm using prenatal nature made and I feel like I've been breaking out so bad lately was help
I love your video! Very helpful!
Pregnant for 5 weeks now.
Do you think megafood baby&me is better or baby & me 2 is better? And it seems like both of them needs supplements. If you choose one, could you tell me what other supplements I need to take?
I heard I should take Dha/ epa as well. Is it true??
Thanks so much !!
Hi Nacho 06! MegaFood Baby & Me 2 is a fantastic prenatal! It really has everything you need for a prenatal, even choline. You don't need to supplement this prenatal unless you have deficiencies that your doctor has talked to you about supplementing. Best wishes on your pregnancy! Keep watching @pearently for pregnancy info and birth help.
Hi doctor thank you so much I am planning but I just Start it the Vitamin I will let you know how goes thank you
Gd evening doc, please am here for the first time and have trying for almost 10yrs, what supplement is most appropriate for me to conceive naturally or have a successful IVF, thank you
Hello Dr, thanks for the information. Which of the choline would you recommend, phosphatidylcholine Or choline bitartrate ?
Dr Boyd is it okay to drink shakology or premium protein shake in addition to the megafood vitamin?
Would love to hear your thoughts, thank you!
MegaFood Baby & Me no longer contains choline. Please note that I recommend MegaFood Baby & Me 2, which contains 300 mg of Choline in one serving (2 tablets) New link in description.
What about DHA i have to take a supplement ? Because Baby & me 2 dont have dha
@@lupitacovarrubias6790 Hi Lupita. DHA is good for your health and the health of your baby, but it is not required to take as a supplement during pregnancy. You can purchase the Actif prenatal that contains DHA, you can take a supplement separately, or you can eat foods high in DHA (omega-3 fatty acid) such as salmon, tuna, flax seeds, walnuts, and eggs. I hope this is helpful.
Can I take both MegaFood Baby and Me 2 Prenatal Multi and MegaFood and DHA+Choline at the same time?
I took Innate baby and me and I had very bad nausea, please will you advise if mega food will not be the same?
Hi Doc! Can I take Megafood Baby and Me and Pink Stork at the same time? Thank you
Thanks so much for this video! Would you recommend this if I’m sensitive to biotin? I break out so bad or do you have prenatals that you recommend without biotin?
Hey thanks for vido and its nice to now this prenatal vitamins i wantt now d/r when i can i use whene ? Can u answer for me please i have plan this time to get kid
Full Well does the trick. They are also third party tested. Whole food absorbtion is the only way to go.
Thank you so much for such helpful video. May I please ask if taking magnesium supplement during pregnancy (all stages) is safe? It really helps with bowel movement and now that I stopped, it’s a problem.... I usually would take powder magnesium citrate 300mg at night. I really hope it’s safe to take during pregnancy? Please kindly advise 🙏🏻
Yes my doctor just told me it’s safe!
If I am taking the pink stork fertility support capsule should I take a prenatal to for trying to conceive or is that to much ? Like the OLLY one with folic acid and dha ? Just scared I don’t want to take too much and some thing happened to me lol my pee is already bright yellow from the pink stork one, so should I not mix with you or is it OK to mix the two? And is it ok to also add organic maca root black red and yellow from nutralife ?
Doctor can we take prenatal along with folic acid tablet (800mg) during pregnancy...pls do reply
Do you think Theranatal Complete is a good choice?
If my Dr didn't advise me to use choline, can I still take it at 30 wks?
You are amazing thank u so much for this amazing message I really want to be in contact with you Doc
Glad to help!
How many things tablets has to be taken per day of mega food baby and me..plz reply
Hi Dr. Boyd, thanks for the video explaining about the prenatal vitamin, i have a question,it ok to take mega food baby and me 2 in the morning and Actif prenatal in the evening? i want to take both, is it ok? because i want to increase the chance of having twin!!
I don't recommend taking 2 prenatal vitamins a day unless it has been cleared by your doctor.
What if the pink stork fertility vitamins I am taking has only 20 MG, not MCG of choline ?
And only 9 mg of iron ? Is that enough of those two or no?
Hello I just found out I’m pregnant and i believe to be 4-5weeks I have not seen an OBGYN yet however my friends explain to start taking prenatal vitamins. I’m looking into the product you recommend but I’m also looking I to Garden of Life Organic Prenatal Multivitamin Supplement with Folate. What’s your opinion on this product? Thank you 😊
Hello Marina. I don't mention that prenatal in this video, but I recommend that vitamin 100%! Great option.
Hi Dr.Boyd, can you please introduce a brand for Choline only which is suitable for pregnant women. My wife has heard about this vitamin in a fist time. Thank you very much.
Baby & Me 2 Prenatal - amzn.to/2MFbhVU - has choline in it, and add foods like eggs, nuts, beans, quinoa, meat, and dairy. Or take this choline supplement along with prenatal - amzn.to/2MFMAJb
Hi i was looking at Rituals prenatal ingredients , it contains 1000 mcg of Folate, is it safe since you mentioned 400-800 mcg?
Yes, 1,000mcg of folate is safe👍
I have a question doc could you pls help me because the gen. doc told me that folic acid together with vit B12 (Yodocefol) shouldn’t be taken with any medication even vitamins, because I asked if I can take pre natal and he told me not. Do you think its right not to take pre natal vit because of this?
Thank u for this video!
Thank you very much for making this video. Could you please share your thoughts on prenatal vitamins without Iodine due to Grave’s Disease? Thank you!
Thank you for the information! Does Mega food baby and me 2 contain enough folic acid? It has folate of 600 mcg. I searched through and found that equals to less than 400 mcg of folic acid. Do you recommend to take extra folic acid?
Hi Maggie. Yes, Mega Food Baby and Me 2 does contain enough folate (folic acid). If you take the recommended dose (2 tablets) everyday, you will get 600 mcg of folate. We recommend that a pregnant woman get at least 400 mcg of folic acid each day. I always tell my patients that it is safe to take an additional supplement of folic acid (folate) 1 mg for extra precaution (especially if they have neural tube defect in the family).
Hi Doctor can you recommend a prenatal without Vit B12 in it. Recently found out my vitB12 levels are in 800s because of prenatal so I was advised to stop taking b12 supplements. Is there any prenatal that you would recommend which does not have b12 in it?
Please I’m 18 weeks and taking pregnacare plus omega 3 and zincovit tablet, am I safe pls?
Is there a difference from doctor prenatal vitamins the yellow bottle to the purple bottle
Great video - from what I can see, the MegaFood Baby & Me supplement does not have Choline in it. The newer MegaFood Baby & Me 2 version is the only one that contains Choline.
Hi Audrey. Thank you for reaching out about this prenatal. I will make changes per this new change with the prenatal vitamin. Best wishes!
Thank you for this information. Can you please give me your opinion on the Ritual Essential Prenatal vitamins. We are trying to get pregnant (will be 3rd child) and I want to make sure I am taking the right ones. Thank you for your time!
Hi Michele. Ritual Prenatal is a prenatal vitamin I recommend. It has what you need in a prenatal vitamin, and it is easy to absorb. Best wishes.
@@mckenzieannabelle Thank you for taking the time to respond! Do you recommend taking calcium in additionto the Ritual prenatal? I do not drink cow's milk or eat a lot of cheese or yogurt. Thank you in advance for your time!
I just purchased Baby and Me 2. Will it make much a difference if I buy the Baby and Me instead? I’m 6 weeks.
Hi Cayla. Baby and Me does not contain choline like Baby and Me 2 does. This is not required in a prenatal as you can get choline in enough quantity in many foods. However, many moms like to take "just in case". It is very good for your baby during development. Also, the baby and me requires you to take 4 tablets per day for a serving! Baby and Me 2 only requires you to take 2 tablets per day for a serving. Big benefit.
Thanks for the information. I really like the ingredients which Baby and me2 prenatals offers.
Only conecern about Baby and me 2 prenatal that is it safe if having Hypothyroidism? because it seems the folate is made from broccoli in this prenatal so will it be good for me for thyroid conditions? Thanks
Hi Poonam. I realize that broccoli is not recommended in high amounts for women with hypothyroidism. I recommend that you consult with your endocrinologist before taking this prenatal.
@@mckenzieannabelle Thank you very much for your promt response. I will try to consult with the doctor about this.
@@poonamwabale978 hello i had the same condition is it good to take if we have hypothyroidism?
Hello I heard about also taking Coq10 as well as prenatal supplements and I wanted to know if that's true
Thank you so much!
Hi Allisha. There is little known research that Coq10 is needed during pregnancy unless your body is deficient or you have other illnesses that require this supplement. There is a little bit of research that may show that Coq10 could prevent preeclampsia (high blood pressure and protein in urine). But this benefit does not have a lot of research behind it. Please talk to your doctor about your needs for this supplement. Best wishes.
@@mckenzieannabelle ok sounds perfect thank you so so much
Thank you Doc
Hi doc.I wanna ask
I got Swisse vitamins but is it good for me
I am pregnant turning 2 months now
Is it ok to still take this vitamins ? I am scared it will harm my baby.
Pls. Answer 😔
Hello SassyAnn. I looked at Swisse vitamin for preconception and during pregnancy. I do not see a problem with this vitamin harming your baby.
Pearently
Thank you so much Doc. 🥰
Hello Dr. Thank you for your video. I just have a question... So we should be taking the Mega food baby and me 2 (two tablets) and the actif DHA tablet as well? All together? Or just one of each? Or should we choose between the baby and me2 and the actif prenatal vitamin with dha? Which one is better? I’m sorry im so confused.
Hi Presley. You can choose between the two different prenatal vitamins. I recommend them both. If you take Baby and Me then take 2 tablets each day. It does not have DHA (omega 3 fatty acid), which is healthy for your pregnancy, but it is not a requirement for a prenatal. You can get omega-3 fatty acid from foods such as salmon, flax seeds, and walnuts. Or you can take the Actif prenatal. Best wishes.
Are the pure synergy purenatals good?
Can i take prenatal vitamins while on letrozole?
Hey I just bought GNC’s WOMEN'S PRENATAL FORMULA WITH DHA. Is it recommended?
Hello Weave. This prenatal is good, but I do not recommend this prenatal because of the ingredients they use along with the vitamins and minerals. Also, it is important to find a prenatal with folate rather than folic acid. Folate is the natural occurring form of the vitamin that is easier for many women to digest and use.
Pearently Thank you so much I really appreciate it!
doc im not pregnant but im planing, but i have a problem i have a pcos, for you doc, what is the best to take for my condition?
Hi Back Read. The prenatal vitamins I recommend in this video will be good for you.
Thank you SO MUCH!
Thank you for comment. :)
You dont mention this vitamin in your video but its listed below, Actif Organic Prenatal Vitamin with DHA. is this also a good prenatel to take?
Hi Kadie. Yes, this is one of the vitamins that we recommend at Pearently. I apologize that it is not mentioned in the video.
Any videos on PCOS and pregnancy? I’m 9 weeks and worried I might miscarriage. Trying to eat healthy but it’s hard when you have a food allergy to dairy, wheat, gluten, egg whites, pineapple, papaya and ginger. Kind of hard to avoid some of those foods when you’re getting nauseous but you’re too tired to cook a healthy meal. Trying to not eat as much fruit too but it does help a little. I’m worried if I eat too much fruit and not enough of the other healthy foods I’ll miscarriage.
Do Prenatals multi+ DHA help to get pregnant
Hi dr. Does this supplemet have folic acid???
What are your thoughts on the raw code prenatal vitamis? Ot contains vitex which I have heard it should not be taken during pregnancy? Also whats best to take folate or folic acid?...
Hello. I do not recommend that you take vitex in pregnancy. Folate is the best form to take.
Is it safe to take cod liver oil during pregnancy Dr?
Hi Dr. Just wanted to know is taking prenatal vitamins really that important and necessary . The only reason I'm asking is becoz I have a healthy diet I have spinach nuts whole foods fruits vegetables and so will taking pre natal vitamin double the amount of vitamins in my body? For eg in one prenatal supplement there is 70mg of vitamin c but I have fresh have orange juice every morning which also has vitamin c so will this not be harmful for me ? Please reply
Hi Cris Ann. Getting vitamins and minerals in your diet (food) is the best way to get the nutrients that you need. However, most women do not eat enough fresh fruits, vegetable, nuts, meat, etc. to get all of the vitamins and minerals needed to grow their precious cargo (baby). I always recommend that women take a prenatal vitamin before, during, and after pregnancy (even if they have a very healthy and balanced diet). Your body will get rid of the "extra" amounts of vitamins and minerals that it does not need. The vitamins that you need to be cautious about overdosing with are vitamins A, D, E, and K. These vitamins, in very large doses, can build up in your body and become dangerous. However, this happens when taken in LARGE doses. So, yes, I do recommend that you take a prenatal vitamin to be safe. I hope this is helpful. Best wishes.
@@mckenzieannabelle thank you ever so much for the reply.
I was looking for this product Pink Stork Liquid lrenatal, because it was recommended by a friend. However, I noticed that brushing citric acid and benzoate produces benzene, which is a carcinogenic substance. :( is it so?
Hi Dinara. I have not heard about the ingredient being carcinogenic. However, if it concerns you then try another prenatal vitamin like MegaFood Baby and Me 2 (*new with choline) --- amzn.to/2Hr5kZQ
Hi hello doctor... we have plans to have a baby, what can i drink folic acid?, i was ectopic 5 years ago.. i had PCOS 2007 before i had ectopic.
Hi Ama. I think your question is whether you can drink folic acid. Is that correct? If that is your question then my answer is yes.
Hello again doctor, what kind of folic acid do i need to take?
Do you recommend rainbow light duo?
Do I buy all of these? I’m confused
No just one ,if you can get the first choice you dont need the others.
So glad I watched this!
While taking the Mega food baby and me would I need to take a Dha tablet too?
We do recommend taking DHA during your pregnancy for baby's brain development. We recommend at least 300 mg of DHA daily. I also recommend this vitamin that contains DHA and is a good choice for a prenatal Actif Organic Prenatal Vitamin --> amzn.to/2VtvOmp
Hello Dr. Thank you for your video. I just have a question... So we should be taking the Mega food baby and me 2 (two tablets) and the DHA tablet as well? All together?
Hello i wanted to know what do you think about spring valley prenatal this is my 3rd pregnancy
Hello Nereida. This is an acceptable prenatal vitamin. However, I think there are better ones such as the prenatal vitamins I recommend in this video. Congratulations on your pregnancy.
@@mckenzieannabelle now i am thinking getting this pretty good review what you think about Nature's Way Alive! Prenatal Premium Gummy Multivitamin with DHA
Doctor i started pragnacare conception one but it delayed my periods em now concerned wheather i should continue or not
Thank you so much for topic
So glad I can help.
Hello, I just wanted to ask you if
one a day women's prenatal vitamins
is a good vitamin to take before ttc? should I take choline sperate? since I didn't see it in the ingredient.
Thank you
Hello Kika TK. Yes, One A Day Women's Prenatal Multivitamin is acceptable if you are trying to conceive, during your pregnancy, and after your pregnancy. (if this is the vitamin you are referring to --> amzn.to/2LzJTIu). You can take a choline supplement separately, or you can eat foods rich in choline such as eggs, spinach, beets, peanuts, etc.
I need a very good prenatal gummies please any suggestions
Hello Kehinde, this is the prenatal gummy that I recommend. Know that a serving size is 4 gummy chews. --> amzn.to/2p7SbPu
I have been reading that up to 50% of the population has a gene mutation that prevents proper absorption of folic acid, therefore folate is the better nutrient to look for. Most vitamins contain folic acid which is synthetic but I was able to find folate based option at Whole Foods. My dr didn’t know anything about this.
Hello @ErinHanou! Yes, folate is the naturally found vitamin. I recommend Garden of Life Prenatal for folate. Link >> amzn.to/2N6fcwr
I’m having trouble taking prenatal
1.either it’s big pills or expensive
2. Prenatal gummies too sweet ! I take that but RIP my dentist
Help what should I do. I’m 32 weeks pregnant
Hi i would like to ask if Kirkland Prenatal multivitamins is a good vitamins to take before ttc? Thank you
Hello Maraoppi. The Kirkland prenatal --> amzn.to/31ZXQUZ is an acceptable prenatal vitamin.
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All of the studies I’m finding are showing choline in mg. 480 mg is what I keep seeing. I found a choline supplement that is 300 mg and 450 mg. Would that be too much?
Hi Ella. Yes, this is an error in this video that I have not fixed yet. I apologize. The correct amount is 400 - 450 mg per day (not mcg). If you don't eat foods high in choline (meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy) then you can supplement with the 450 mg dose. I hope this clarifies things.
Dr. I am 38 years old, I want to get pregnant which vitamin would be best for conceiving.Can I take these megafood baby and me before conceiving?
Yes, you should start taking a prenatal at least 3 months before conception (if possible). Megafood is one that I recommend that you take before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after pregnancy.
@@mckenzieannabelle The Actif Organic gummies for prenatal vitamins. Will they be ok if I’m trying to conceive?
Folic acid isn’t processed by the body in the same way as folate to my understanding.
Pink stork has a lot of vitamin A is it true that vitamin a is linked with birth defects ? It looks like a complete prenatal but the levels of Vitamin A looks dangerous. Please respond
Maybe I’m overlooking it, but I don’t see choline in either prenatal vitamin. Is there another name for it?
Miketta Cotton no that means it doesn’t have it because alot of the vitamins we think is good for us isn’t
Hi Miketta. This vitamin has choline (listed at the very bottom below the line ► MegaFood Baby and Me 2 (*new with choline) --- amzn.to/2Hr5kZQ
& thanks for vide
Would you recommend pregvit?
Yes, Pregvit Prenatal is good.
@@mckenzieannabelle is pregvit folic 5 which has 5mg folicacid safe to take before 1 month of pregnancy and upto 14weeks of pregnancy. My spouse had consumed so. Is there any risk doing so for baby? Please reply
Hi! Thanks for the video. I'm concerned with taking multi-vitamins due to the fact that certain vitamins are best absorbed away from others (ex: iron is not well absorbed when taken with calcium, etc). Do you recommend taking individual vitamins (at the recommended amounts) away from their problem vitamins to help increase absorption?
Hi Kala. The contents of a prenatal vitamin work together well. Prenatal vitamins do not always contain enough calcium. So, it is good to take calcium separately. It is never a bad thing to take vitamins individually like you described. However, this is more work for you. Make sure that you are not too overwhelmed with remembering to take each vitamin. A big concern is that women take vitamins on an empty stomach or without fat. Certain vitamins need fat for absorption. So, I recommend that you take your vitamins with a meal containing healthy fats (avocado, eggs, butter, olive oil, cheese, etc.)
I bought baby and me 2. 60 tablets but I don't understand how many tablet I take per day. If I take 2 tablets how much folate I get please help me I am 8 weeks pregnancy
Hello Shwit Embaye. You should take 2 tablets per day to receive 600 mcg of Folate. Also eat a diet high in folate if possible: broccoli, spinach, bananas, beets, asparagus...
Thank you so much.....
I had a missed miscarriage last week. I had my follow up app today and they said i passed everything. I know there’s not an explanation for it but my doctor said that if im going to eventually try to convince again she recommended to keep taking my prenatals and she also recommended me to take a folic acid vitamin. Wellll i forgot to tell her the prenatal vitamin i was taking was prescribed by one of the midwifes in their practice and i googled that usually prescribed prenatals have more folic acid that over the counter and that if you take too much folic acid is also bad for you. . So i’m assuming she thought i was taking over the counter prenatals and she wanted me to add this folic acid. Help!!! What should i do!? I want to do everything possible in my hands to help out in my next pregnancy since last time i did not take anything prior to conceiving.
Sorry to hear that you miscarried. How far along were you? Were you taking folic acid or methyl-folate? Maybe speak to your doctor about your concerns.
Hi Elliieevc. I am sorry about your loss. It is safe to take up to 1 mg of folic acid / folate. Mom's that have risk factors for spina bifida should take more folic acid / folate. I recommend talking to your doctor about the prenatal that you are taking and how much folic acid / folate she recommends for you.
Sir can every pregnant be recommend to take prenatal multivitamin with out consulting health care provider?
Prenatal vitamins are supplements that can be purchased OTC (over the counter). This means that you do not need a prescription to buy and take prenatal vitamins. However, if you are concerned about your health, then I would recommend talking to your healthcare provider before purchasing prenatal vitamins. I hope this is helpful.
@@mckenzieannabelle thanks sir.
Good oftmoon Dr happy me to get pregnant
What about people who don't absorb choline ? Am one of them I don't know what to do , my doctor say that my baby weight isn't even increasing
Hi Losy. Are you saying that you cannot absorb choline in supplements and in foods such as meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, and whole grains? Is this something that you recently discovered via lab results or is this something you have dealt with your whole life? As related to your baby weight, are you talking about your baby is not gaining weight or you are not gaining weight in your pregnancy? How far along are you in your pregnancy?
@@mckenzieannabelle thanks Dr for replying , what I mean that absorb choline , is bcz I have this condition of bad body odor called fish odor syndrome , am taking supplements that does contain choline , and I eat meat , fish , beans & eggs just for the baby, I don't care how I smell as long as the baby get nutrients, but all what I get is scratching all over my body & smell holible, I think it s a sign of over proteins, the bad news last week I went on my 34 weeks 3 days scan , my Dr say my baby is still 10 days later , the weight is 2008/, BPD=82mm , HC=301mm, AC=275mm, FL=65mm
@@losyvideoheavens2999 Yes, the choline can exacerbate (make worse) your condition. But it is important for your baby's development. Your doctor should continue to monitor your baby and make a decision according to his/her knowledge of your circumstances.
@@mckenzieannabelle thanks , now am focusing on my baby, I will take care of my condition later
What if you have hypothyroidism ?
are gummies safe?
Yes, gummy vitamins are safe. Be aware that many have added sugar.
Pink stork no longer has choline in the tablet form.
Mega food baby and me 2 . 60 tablets
Thanks for comment!
Im getting plenty of vitamin D. HEEYYYOOOOO LOLOLOLOL jk doc well im not, but i appreciate this video a lot. I feel i can trust you
Hahah you read my mind! 🤣🤣
How is this guy both MD and DO? 🤔🤔
Hi JTra. Dr. Boyd went to medical school and earned his D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Then he returned to achieve his M.D. (Medical Doctor). This allows Dr. Boyd to have two perspectives while caring for his patients. Hope this helps👍
can I take prenatal vitamins if I don’t have a baby inside of me lol
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A Doctor telling people to take tablets knowing the body does not absorb tablets properly like it does liquid
Then why watch?