What are the best prenatal vitamins?!

I get this question ALL. THE. TIME!

Remember ladies, the best one is the one you actually take. My patients know I ask them at every visit if they are taking their prenatal vitamin or not. Of course this is not a substitute for a healthy and balanced diet, but it can complement what you are already eating.


A few quick tips:

  • Prescription prenatals are not necessarily better. If you do your research you can find an over the counter one that has all you need at a fraction of the price!

  • Folic acid versus folate? Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate and methylfolate is a more absorbable/bioavailable form. Talk to your doc to see if you need one versus the other. Minimum recommended amount is 400mcg.

  • Iron is important because most women can have anemia of pregnancy. Some gummies don’t have iron. Daily recommended amount is 27mg, but you may need extra.

  • Calcium and Vitamin D! Both important vitamins when growing a baby! You might need extra in addition to what your prenatal provides. Daily recommended amount is 1000mg of Calcium and 600IU of Vitamin D.

  • DHA which is an Omega-3 fatty acid. It plays a key role in fetal brain, eye and immune development. Daily recommended amount is 200-300mg.

  • Remember though, the best one is the one you actually take!!


I was contacted by a great company called Consumers Advocate who help consumers like you make informed decisions.

Their team has analyzed and broken down the information to make it easier to find a good fit.

Want to know the best vitamin for your buck, or maybe a vegan one or the best gummy one?

Check out their site for information! You won’t be disappointed!! Click now!


Here to help!

Dr. E