What sort of vitamins should I take?

The following vitamins can be prescribed by your GP or midwife:

Folic Acid

Taken in early pregnancy this can reduce the risk of developmental problems in baby’s brain and reduce spina bifida.

Take 800mcg daily from about one month before conception.

Can also be found in well-washed, raw or lightly cooked leafy green vegetables, fruits and juices and some fortified breads and cereals.

Iodine

Essential for brain development and growth. The recommended dosage is 150mcg.

Vitamin D

Maintains healthy levels of calcium and helps build baby’s bones and teeth. Sun is our main source but small amounts are found in oily fish, eggs and dairy products.