Pregnacare Original
for pregnant women

Expert nutrition for mother and child

Pregnacare prenatal supplement is the most popular and trusted dietary supplement for mothers who are planning a pregnancy or are already pregnant. Pregnacare is a scientifically formulated formula of 19 important vitamins and minerals, which includes 400 µg of folic acid and 10 µg of vitamin D, as recommended by the UK Department of Health during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Pregnacare has been carefully formulated by experts to ensure that all levels of ingredients are within safe levels for pregnancy and are moderate, not excessive.

Recommended levels of folic acid and vitamin D

The UK Department of Health recommends that women planning a baby take a supplement containing 400µg folic acid from the start of trying to conceive until 12 weeks of pregnancy. This is the exact amount of folic acid in Pregnacare. Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate levels†. Low maternal folate levels are a risk factor for neural tube defects in the developing fetus. Folic acid is also beneficial after 12 weeks as it contributes to the growth of maternal tissue during pregnancy.

Important: some pregnancy formulas do not contain exactly 10µg of vitamin D, as recommended by the UK Department of Health for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

More than just folic acid - with vitamin B12 and key minerals

Many studies show how important it is to ensure a good intake of various vitamins and minerals throughout pregnancy and as part of your postnatal care plan. Pregnacare provides a range of nutrients for general support, all in sensible, carefully balanced amounts, including vitamins B2, B6 and B12, which contribute to the normal formation of red blood cells.

Pregnacare avoids high doses of iron, which is not recommended

Unlike many prenatal iron supplements, Pregnacare is specifically formulated with an ideal, moderate level of iron. High levels of iron are not recommended unless there is a specific need determined by a physician.

Before conception

Pregnacare is recommended before conception to help rebuild stores of nutrients such as iron in women who are trying to conceive. Good nutrition is important to help prepare a woman's body for the extra demands placed on it during pregnancy. Certain nutrients, such as folic acid, vitamin B12 and zinc, are also particularly important from the very beginning of conception. Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction, while vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation and also plays a role in the process of cell division.

Throughout pregnancy

Good nutrition is essential throughout pregnancy, not just in the first 12 weeks. Pregnacare provides essential nutrients throughout pregnancy, including folic acid, which plays an important role throughout the nine months and contributes to normal blood formation. You can start taking Pregnacare at any time during your pregnancy.

Specially developed by experts

Pregnacare has been expertly formulated to help protect a mother’s diet during pregnancy. It provides a comprehensive spectrum of essential nutrients at carefully selected safe levels, based on international research. It always contains the recommended level of 400µg folic acid**. Pregnacare is proud to work with the Royal College of Midwives to support maternal and child health by raising awareness of the benefits of good nutrition.

†The beneficial effect is obtained with a supplemental daily intake of 400 µg folic acid for at least one month before conception and up to three months after conception.

**Folic acid contributes to the growth of maternal tissue during pregnancy. Pregnacare has always contained 400µg of folic acid, the level recommended for all women from the beginning of trying to conceive until the 12th week of pregnancy.

This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers for any medical conditions.