vitamins during pregnancy

1. Folic acid is the
pregnancy’s superhero!
Folic acid help prevent birth defects of your
baby's brain and spinal cord (Neural Tube Defect).
Nutritional cause: Folate - deficient diet.
Recommended dose : 400 micrograms (mcg) before
and during pregnancy.

2. Risks of low Iron:
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency during
pregnancy and can cause:
Maternal anemia.
Premature delivery
Low birth weight
Increased the risk of perinatal mortality

3. RBC Production:
RBC production requires adequate supplies of Iron, Vitamin B12,
and Folic acid.
Vitamins B6 and B12 as well as Iron are enzyme cofactors required
for hemoglobin biosynthesis.
Iron is also an essential part of hemoglobin. A diet lacking iron
leads to Iron-deficiency anemia.

4. Increased nutritional needs
during pregnancy:
38%
20%
25%
15%
58%
17%
50%
10%
8%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%
Vit. A
Vit. B1
Vit. B2
Vit. B3
Vit. B6
Vit. B12
Folate
Vit. C
Vit. E

5. Ultimate Vitamins support for her &
the baby:
Reduce
Fatigue

6. Synergism effect of vitamins
Vitamins Synergistic effect

7. Omega-3 and brain development
Omega-3 fatty acids are major constituents of
cell membranes.
Their concentration is the highest in the cells
of the central nervous system (brain + retina).
Several studies showed that a good supply
with DHA during pregnancy and breastfeeding
supports baby’s brain development.

8. Thyroid hormones: Essential for the mother
Thyroid hormones T4 and T3 have to be iodinated in order to be active.
Iodine deficiency: increases the risk of goiter.
Consequences of Iodine depletion:
mental retardation (cretinism)
miscarriage, fetal death

9. • Advanced formula that’s tailored-made to fit women’s
nutritional needs during pregnancy.
• MamaCare® Conception fits the increased needs of three
minerals:
0% 50% 100%
Iron
Zinc
Iodine
100%
43%
33%

10. Iron supplements are used to treat anemia, malabsorption of
food, irritability, anorexia, pallor, and lethargy.
Iron supports proper cognitive development of the children.

11. And more Folic acid again..
Folic acid is crucial for proper brain function.
Plays an important role in mental and emotional health.
It aids in the production of DNA and RNA.
Folic acid with vitamin B12 to help make red blood cells and help
iron work properly in the body.

12. Thyroid hormones: Essential for the mother
Thyroid hormones T4 and T3 have to be iodinated in order to be active.
Iodine deficiency: increases the risk of goiter.
Consequences of Iodine depletion:
mental retardation (cretinism)
miscarriage, fetal death

13. 7.4%
12.8%
12%
9.1%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
1st Trimester 2nd Trimester 3rd Trimester 8 weeks
postpartum
Rate of Depression during and after pregnancy*8:
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is prevalent among women of childbearing age*1.

14. Major depressive disorder (MDD)
Complication*12
Effect on the mother:
• Preterm birth.
• Preeclampsia.
• Increase the need for cesarean delivery.
• Poor pregnancy outcome.
Effect on the child:
• Reduced cognitive skills.
• Language learning difficulty.

15. Major depressive disorder (MDD)
Complication*12:
5 Years effect on the child:
• Increase distractibility.
• Antisocial behavior.
• Neurotic behavior at home and in school*8.
“ Omega-3 fatty acid preparations may provide a safe and
well-tolerated means for pregnant women to reduce
their risk for depression.”