Pregnancy planning includes not only conducting clinical studies for various pathologies and infections, but also improving the condition of the body. The entire period of bearing a child, the health of the mother and the born baby depends on how well this stage is organized.
One of the important components is the provision of vitamins. This will allow the woman to preserve her beauty, and the baby to get all the useful substances necessary for the full development.
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Are vitamins really necessary when planning a pregnancy?
The only indisputable vitamin to take regardless of where you live, age and nutrition is vitamin B9. It is also known as folic acid. You need to drink it at 400 mcg per day. Due to a sufficient amount of B9, a normal, correct fetal neural tube is formed in the body. The fact is that it is she who is laid in the first place.
Therefore, everyone who plans to become a mother in the near future should definitely drink folic acid.
Moreover, the intake of the vitamin begins a few months before the onset of pregnancy, approximately 2 - 3. The use of folic acid continues up to 12 weeks. At the same time, it is impossible to stop and interrupt the reception.
In the event that the pregnancy occurred unplanned, you need to start drinking it immediately after it became known about the new position of the woman. Even before the visit to the gynecologist. As for the intake of other vitamins and microelements, today there is no consensus among specialists.
They ensure the normal and complete course of all internal processes and systems, the flow of various biochemical reactions in the body.
When pregnancy occurs, not only the woman herself needs vitamins, but also the future baby in order to prevent deformities and pathologies. Thus, the body requires a much larger amount of nutrients for the woman and the embryo.
This is exactly what is being debated. One way or another, the embryo will receive everything it needs from the mother's body. If before pregnancy she led a correct and healthy lifestyle, fully ate, then the child will receive all the important substances. The only thing, most likely, is that its weight will be small, about three kilograms or a little less. But this is quite enough to start the normal functioning of the body.
The situation is worse for women. Her body will give everything to the child, and he will begin to suffer from hypovitaminosis. This affects the quality of hair, nails, teeth and skin, namely, they begin to fall out, crumble, wrinkles appear, firmness and elasticity are lost.
Also, the internal state is significantly deteriorating. The woman becomes irritable, she is accompanied by fatigue, drowsiness, and infectious diseases may occur. All this makes her less attractive and younger.
On the other hand, if before pregnancy the girl had a lack of certain vitamins, then the situation will be even worse. The child will still take everything she needs, but she herself will lose everything. In addition, the fetus may develop various defects and problems. The condition of the woman will become quite deplorable.
So the conclusion suggests itself: you can’t do without taking vitamins. This will help to avoid the development of defects and pathologies in the formation of the embryo, and the woman to preserve her beauty and youth. Nevertheless, there is a point of view that if you follow the right diet and drink vitamins, it is not necessary. But the fact is that many do not have the ability or desire to eat food that meets the standards.
You can not take vitamins only if she carefully monitors her diet. In other cases, the doctor always prescribes folic acid and the complex.
Which is better for women
A balanced diet is an essential part of preparing for pregnancy. Already at this stage, it is important that both future parents follow a diet, exclude harmful foods, fried and smoked foods, and alcoholic beverages. It must be understood that it will have to be followed until the end of breastfeeding.
But in addition to a healthy lifestyle, you still need to add vitamins. Otherwise, due to their deficiency, the female body can be severely affected, and the child will have developmental problems. Next are the most important vitamins that should be included in the diet of the expectant mother.
A deficiency of this element reduces the likelihood of pregnancy to almost zero, and is also dangerous for the development of pathologies in a child at any stage and time. Vitamin E is a natural antioxidant that prevents the formation of cancerous tumors.
It also takes part in the biosynthesis of hemoglobin and, accordingly, its deficiency affects the content in the blood. And this leads to even more dangerous diseases. So the mandatory intake of vitamin E on time has the following advantages:
- improves the production of progesterone, which is responsible for the formation of the egg and the development of the embryo until the formation of the placenta;
- reduces the likelihood of infections, even in the genitals;
- lowers pressure;
- improves the growth of the uterus, makes it more extensible, elastic, durable;
- normalizes blood circulation in the vessels;
- increases endurance and energizes a woman;
- works to improve skin condition.
At the preparatory stage, 100-400 IU per day are prescribed. And if earlier a woman had problems with bearing or diseases of the reproductive organs, then the dosage is increased to 300 - 400 IU per day. It is advisable to divide the norm per day into two doses - in the morning and in the evening.
However, there is one caveat. For people who do not plan to have children, the norm per day is much lower and is 8-10 IU. Therefore, do not worry about a large dosage for pregnant women, the body should be completely saturated with it.
It should be taken by all women, preferably 3 to 5 months before conception. Sufficient intake of B9 provides the least chance of problems in the formation of the neural tube of the fetus. This can be manifested by underdevelopment of the brain, insufficient closure of the spinal cord. All these defects can occur even in the first month of pregnancy, that is, up to 28 days. Often a woman is not yet aware that a new life is developing inside her.
In addition, this vitamin is needed by new cells and tissues. As a rule, folic acid is prescribed in addition to the main complex of vitamins.
B vitamins
This group is also important for the functioning of all body systems. Vitamins have the following effect:
- B1 contributes to the laying of a healthy nervous system of the child. And it helps mom absorb carbohydrates and turn them into energy. So the woman remains full of strength. The daily dose is 1.5 - 1.9 mg.
- B2 is essential for fetal growth. It is needed for the formation of the skeleton, muscular system and nervous system. You need to drink it at 1.4 mg per day.
- B6 is important for the production of amino acids in which proteins are formed. And this is the main building material for the embryo. In addition, it is the lack of vitamin B6 that leads to toxicosis, nervousness and aggression. The brain of the future baby especially needs it. The norm of a vitamin for preparation is about 2.1 - 2.3 mg per day.
This element is very important for the healthy performance of all body functions. But it is also extremely dangerous. It is useful for pregnant women as follows:
- Strengthens the protective functions of the respiratory organs, does not allow them to pass infections that can weaken the body.
- Improves the condition of the skin, which can change during pregnancy, prevents the appearance of age spots and stretch marks.
- Helps the growth of nails, hair, bones, gums. This contributes to the preservation of the health and beauty of women.
But it is important to monitor the dosage, since its excess leads to fetal pathologies. The norm is 3000 - 5000 IU per day.
Zinc
The deficiency of this microelement affects the quality of cells. A sufficient amount prevents early placental abruption, problems during childbirth, as well as the appearance of all kinds of malformations in the formation of the embryo.
Most of this trace element is in seafood, fish of all kinds, fruits and nuts. If there is no allergy, then all this is good to diversify your diet.
Vitamin is necessary to strengthen the protective functions of the body, increase immunity. It is also an excellent antioxidant that removes toxins. But vitamin C is found in foods that can trigger allergies. Therefore, it should be taken during pregnancy as part of a mineral complex.
Drink from 6 mg per day, but not more than 90 mg.
Magnesium
This trace element is responsible for more than three hundred processes in the body. It is especially important for the formation of proteins and amino acids. And this is one of the main points in the formation and development of the embryo.
If magnesium begins to be lacking, then the growth of the fetus slows down, and this is fraught with miscarriage. Due to its lack, the pressure becomes higher, convulsions may appear. So the inclusion of magnesium in the list of important vitamins for pregnant women is very important. Most of it in asparagus, as well as seeds, nuts and green vegetables.
Vitamin D
It is necessary for maintaining the health of nails and teeth, that is, it is necessary for bone structure. In children, it is responsible for the normal formation of the skeleton and dentition. You can find it in dairy products, spinach, mushrooms, seafood and fish. The daily requirement for vitamin D is 400 IU.
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Vitamins for men when planning
Despite the fact that a man does not have to bear a child, his body also needs to be prepared for conception. The main task in preparing for pregnancy is to improve the condition of sperm and spermatozoa. This will help make them more active and healthy. So a man can conceive a healthy child.
Preparation should begin three or four months before it. The fact is that it takes 90 days for the formation of healthy spermatozoa. Therefore, it is best to drink vitamins for six months.
Such support will enable the emergence of excellent quality spermatozoa that will perform two tasks:
- provide the future fetus with excellent genetic material without defects and mutations;
- fertilize the egg quickly enough, so you can get pregnant in the first cycles after trying.
As a rule, men are prescribed elements such as:
- B9 or folic acid. It helps the spermatozoa to form the desired shape and make them active.
- Vitamin E makes them more tenacious, active, hardy to external aggressive factors.
- Vitamin C activates the formation of testosterone. And that, in turn, is responsible for full and healthy spermatozoa.
- Zinc improves libido and sexual dysfunction.
- Selenium is needed by men to keep them in an active form, especially at an older age. This trace element makes it possible to prolong sexual life much longer.
All these useful substances will help a man in preparing the body, and then conceive a healthy baby. Vitamins need to be drunk when planning a pregnancy. Even if it is not possible to take all types, then folic acid and vitamin E must be obtained. The above elements can be taken as part of complexes or separately.
Thus, thoughtful and timely preparation for the conception of a child to a greater extent makes it possible to give birth to a healthy and full-fledged baby. Both partners must plan. It is important not only to pass all the tests, but also to saturate the body with useful substances. Therefore, taking vitamins is necessary for both a woman and a man.
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Stage pregnancy planning is very important to ensure the most comfortable and optimal conditions for conception, bearing and subsequent birth of a healthy child. In many ways, how well the pregnancy planning stage was carried out depends on its course and the likelihood of having a healthy baby. The concept of "pregnancy planning" includes a complete examination of a woman for chronic diseases, various infections, hormone levels, as well as taking vitamin preparations. Vitamin preparations make it possible to ensure the saturation of tissues and organs with the necessary substances, the need for which during pregnancy will be elevated. A high tissue saturation vitamins will allow them to be spent without harming the health of the mother, that is, her nails will not break and exfoliate, her hair will fall out, her teeth will crumble, etc. Thus, the benefits of using vitamin preparations at the stage of pregnancy planning, at least for the expectant mother, are obvious.Vitamins when planning pregnancy - are they needed?
At the stage of pregnancy planning, all women in any country, regardless of diet, should take folic acid at 400 mcg per day, since this vitamin prevents defects in the formation of the central nervous system in the fetus. Folic acid intake is a must for all women planning a pregnancy! Folic acid is started at the planning stage and continues until the 12th week of pregnancy without interruption. If pregnancy occurs unexpectedly, unplanned, then folic acid at a dosage of 400 mcg per day should be taken as soon as the woman finds out about her "interesting position". You can start taking folic acid before visiting a gynecologist.Regarding the use of other vitamins (in addition to folic acid) at the stage of pregnancy planning, there are different opinions. Below we will focus on the advisability of using all vitamins in addition to folic acid at the stage of pregnancy planning.
As you know, vitamins are necessary substances for the occurrence of numerous cascades of biochemical reactions that ensure the normal and coordinated functioning of all organs and systems. And when carrying a child, vitamins are necessary not only to ensure the normal functioning of the woman's body, but also for the proper growth of the fetus. That is, vitamins ensure the normal development of the fetus, without any deformities or defects. This means that during pregnancy, the woman's body's need for vitamins increases, since they are needed not only for her, but also for the growing fetus. And this is where the drama plays out.
The fact is that the fetus will take all the vitamins it needs from the tissues of the body of a pregnant woman. And if a woman did not have severe hypovitaminosis before pregnancy, then the fetus will have enough of them, as a result of which a completely healthy child will be born with a not very large weight (no more than 3000 g). But as a result of such a "selection" of vitamins, a woman's body will suffer from severe hypovitaminosis, which will manifest itself, first of all, by brittle nails, hair loss, crumbling of teeth, flabbiness and stretch marks on the skin, drowsiness, fatigue, convulsions, impaired vision and hearing, ulceration mucous membranes, frequent infectious diseases, etc. As a result, a woman will come out of pregnancy not a prettier beauty, but a broken old woman, mortally tired and irritated. If, before the onset of pregnancy, a woman suffered from severe hypovitaminosis, then the fetus will take away all available reserves from the tissues, turn the woman into an old woman, but he still does not have enough of this amount of vitamins, and he is highly likely to develop malformations.
Thus, it becomes obvious that in order to prevent fetal malformations, to ensure the normal course of pregnancy, as well as to preserve the health of a woman, she needs to take vitamins, which will be especially actively consumed during childbearing. Considering that 80% of women in the countries of the former USSR suffer from a deficiency of at least two vitamins before pregnancy, they are recommended to take multivitamin complexes at various stages of bearing a child, including in preparation for pregnancy. Vitamins at the stage of preparation for pregnancy must be taken within 3 to 4 weeks, starting at least a month before the expected date of conception.
Many doctors in the developed countries of Europe, the USA and Japan believe that taking multivitamins at the stage of preparation for pregnancy is not necessary if a woman eats properly and fully. However, this statement is true only for developed countries, where most people can afford a quality, varied diet throughout their lives. Due to good nutrition, women in developed countries usually do not have hypovitaminosis, so they simply do not need multivitamins. But eating habits and opportunities for women in the countries of the former USSR are more modest, so hypovitaminosis, alas, is a sad reality. That is why domestic doctors and scientists consider taking multivitamins at the stage of preparation for pregnancy as the right and necessary step.
Thus, women planning pregnancy and living in the CIS countries are recommended to take folic acid in combination with multivitamin complexes for pregnant women. If a woman planning a pregnancy, for some reason, cannot take multivitamin complexes, then she may not do this. But folic acid should be taken without fail.
What vitamins are needed when planning a pregnancy
Pregnancy planning is a very important stage during which it is possible to prepare the organisms of a woman and a man for the future conception and bearing of a child. Since the future father and mother are involved in the process of conception, the preparation for pregnancy should ideally be carried out by both - both the man and the woman.A man, in fact, needs preparation for pregnancy in order to improve the quality of sperm and spermatozoa, which can quickly fertilize an egg. Also, improving the quality of spermatozoa is necessary for the conception of a genetically healthy fetus. After conception, a man will no longer need to strictly follow various rules, since the further development of the child will take place in the woman's body.
On the one hand, a woman needs preparation for pregnancy in order to ensure an ideal menstrual cycle with regular ovulation, which will guarantee successful conception "on the first try." And on the other hand - to prepare your body for the future 9-month bearing of a child.
At the stage of pregnancy planning, both a man and a woman should lead a healthy lifestyle, eat right, exercise and take vitamins and minerals that improve reproductive function and positively affect the condition of the genital organs. One of the most important aspects of preparing for pregnancy is taking vitamins, which have a multidirectional positive effect on the functioning of the body of a man and a woman. Consider which vitamins at the stage of pregnancy planning should be taken by men and women.
Pregnancy planning - vitamins for men
A man should start taking vitamins to prepare for pregnancy 3 to 4 months before the expected date of conception, since approximately 90 days are necessary for the formation of completely new high-quality spermatozoa. The optimal period for taking vitamins by a man preparing for pregnancy is 3 to 6 months. Vitamin support of the body will provide optimal conditions for the formation of high-quality spermatozoa, which, firstly, will carry excellent genetic material without mutations, and secondly, they will be able to fertilize the egg very quickly, as a result of which pregnancy will occur already in 1 - 2 cycles from the start of attempts.At the planning stage of pregnancy, men need the following vitamins and minerals that improve sperm quality and normalize the level of sex hormones:
- Folic acid (vitamin B 9 or B c) is necessary for the formation of spermatozoa of the correct structure and with good mobility. It is folic acid that plays the most important role in the formation of normal, full-fledged spermatozoa, capable of fully performing their functions;
- Vitamin E (tocopherol) prevents damage to the cellular structures of the genital organs of men and spermatozoa. Due to the effects of vitamin E, spermatozoa acquire vitality, high mobility and low sensitivity to negative environmental factors. In other words, spermatozoa become incredibly tenacious;
- Vitamin C necessary to maintain the process of active synthesis of male sex hormones (testosterone, etc.). That is, ascorbic acid helps to optimize the level of testosterone, which, in turn, ensures the production of full-fledged spermatozoa and makes them resistant to damage;
- Zinc also necessary for the synthesis of testosterone and spermatozoa. In addition, zinc normalizes sexual desire and eliminates sexual disorders;
- Selenium necessary to maintain the sexual activity of a man, especially if he is of an older age category. Selenium ensures the prolongation of a man's sexual activity for many years. With a sufficient level of selenium in the body, a man remains sexually active even in old age.
The most important vitamins for planning a pregnancy for men are folic acid and vitamin E. Vitamin E ensures a normal level of testosterone, which activates the processes of sperm synthesis. And folic acid provides optimal conditions conducive to the formation of high quality sperm. Therefore, these two vitamins are the most important when planning a pregnancy.
The listed vitamins, in addition to folic acid, can be taken at the stage of preparation for pregnancy, either individually or in the form of various vitamin-mineral complexes. The optimal multivitamins for men at the stage of pregnancy planning are the following:
- Alphabet for men;
- Duovit for men;
- Viardot and Viardot forte;
- Profitil;
- Selmevit and Selmevit Intensive;
- Selzinc plus;
- SpermActive;
- Spermastrong;
- Orthomol Fertil Plus.
Pregnancy planning - vitamins for women
For a woman, the stage of pregnancy planning is very important, because it allows you to prepare the body for 40 weeks of intensive work of all organs and systems. The better the preparation of a woman for pregnancy, the easier and better it will flow. Taking vitamins at the stage of pregnancy planning will saturate the woman's tissues with them, from which the developing fetus will then take them. Saturation of tissues with vitamins will allow a woman to easily endure pregnancy, without such common companions as hair loss, brittle nails, poor skin quality, stretch marks on her stomach, fatigue, weakness, etc. It is optimal to start taking vitamins 3 to 6 months before the expected date of conception.So, a woman planning a pregnancy should definitely start taking folic acid at 400 mcg per day. Folic acid intake continues after pregnancy until the 12th week. This vitamin is a must for all women planning a pregnancy, or already pregnant for up to 12 weeks. All other vitamins at the stage of pregnancy planning can be taken as desired.
In addition to folic acid, it is useful for women to take the following vitamins at the stage of pregnancy planning:
- Vitamin E 100 - 300 IU per day;
- Vitamin D 400 IU per day;
- Vitamin K 1 mg per day;
- Vitamin H 300 IU per day;
- Vitamin A 3000 IU per day;
- Vitamin C 60 mg per day;
- B group vitamins.
In addition, vitamins D, H, C and group B are very important for women at the stage of pregnancy planning. All these vitamins can be taken either individually or as part of special vitamin-mineral complexes designed for pregnant women. Complex vitamins for the 1st trimester of pregnancy can also be taken at the planning stage - one full course every three months.
- Alphabet for pregnant women;
- Bio-Max tablets;
- Vitrum Prenatal, Vitrum Prenatal forte;
- Gendevit dragee;
- Complivit Trimestrum 1;
- Lavita tablets;
- Materna;
- Megadin Pronatal tablets;
- Multimax tablets;
- Multiproduct effervescent tablets;
- Multi-Tabs Perinatal tablets;
- pregnavit tablets;
- Pregnacare tablets;
- Selmevit tablets;
- Supradin tablets;
- Teravit Pregna tablets;
- Femibion 1;
- Elevit Prenatal tablets;
- 9 months Vitamin and mineral complex.
- Minisan Multivitamin Mom
- Alphabet for pregnant women;
- Vitrum Prenatal;
- Materna;
- Pregnacare;
- Femibion 1;
- Elevit Prenatal.
Vitamin E when planning pregnancy
Tocopherol optimally prepares the genitals for the upcoming bearing of the child. Vitamin E prevents miscarriages, fading of pregnancy, fetal death, deformities or underdevelopment and other complications. Vitamin E, taken at the stage of pregnancy planning, has the following positive effects:- Optimizes the synthesis of progesterone, which is the main hormone of pregnancy, since it is he who is necessary for the maturation of the egg and maintaining the development of the fetus until the placenta is formed;
- Reduces the risk of developing various infectious and inflammatory diseases, including the genital organs;
- Reduces blood pressure;
- Normalizes the growth of the uterus, improving the extensibility, elasticity and strength of its muscle layer;
- Eliminates ovarian dysfunction;
- Expands blood vessels, normalizing microcirculation;
- Takes part in the formation of a high-quality and full-fledged placenta;
- Improves a woman's stamina;
- Improves skin elasticity.
Women can read that the daily intake of vitamin E is 8 - 12 IU, and in preparation for pregnancy it is prescribed in a much higher dosage of 100 - 400 IU, and this can provoke panic and uncertainty in the qualifications of a gynecologist. However, there is no need to panic and think that the doctor is not qualified enough. In fact, the consumption rate of 8 - 12 IU is established for non-pregnant and well-nourished women and men. And in the process of preparing for pregnancy, you need to literally saturate the tissues with vitamin E, ensure that it penetrates into every cell and protects it from damaging factors. To do this, you need to take vitamin E in fairly large dosages, which are prescribed by gynecologists. You should not be afraid of an overdose for two reasons:
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Firstly, vitamin E is not toxic and can only cause poisoning when used in dosages of more than 100,000 IU per day;
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Secondly, most women living in the countries of the former USSR have a vitamin E deficiency.
Vitamin B 6 when planning pregnancy
Vitamin B 6 when planning pregnancy is necessary to ensure a high metabolic rate, as well as the normal functioning of the central nervous system of a woman. Vitamin B 6 ensures the exchange of amino acids and proteins, which is very important at the stage of preparation for pregnancy, since all organs of the human body, including the genitals, consist of various modifications of protein structures. Normal complete proteins ensure the proper functioning of every organ they build. That is, vitamin B 6 ensures the formation of a full-fledged organ at the molecular level. And full and strong genitals will create optimal conditions for bearing a child.In addition, increasing the metabolic rate is very important for a woman preparing for pregnancy. The fact is that during pregnancy, the main metabolism will be more intense in order to meet the needs of not only the mother, but also the fetus, and the woman's body will have to get used to it. Having started taking vitamin B 6 before pregnancy, a woman activates the main metabolism, and by the time of conception it will already be optimal for further life support and development of the fetus. That is, her metabolism will be rebuilt in advance and will be completely ready to work also on the fetus.
The third very important effect of vitamin B 6 is the normalization of the central nervous system, reducing the level of aggressiveness and irritability. And the calm state of the mother will favorably affect the development of the fetus.
Vitamin B 6 is recommended to be taken within 3 to 6 months before the expected date of conception. However, if for some reason this is not possible, then you can limit yourself to a 30-day course of taking vitamin B 6. The dosage of vitamin B 6 at the stage of pregnancy planning is 2.1 - 2.3 mg per day.
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Dosage of vitamins when planning pregnancy
Men and women at the planning stage of pregnancy are recommended to take the necessary vitamins in the following dosages:- Folic acid 400 mcg per day;
- Vitamin E 100 - 400 IU per day;
- Vitamin D 400 IU per day;
- Vitamin K 1 mg per day;
- Vitamin H 300 IU per day;
- Vitamin A 3000 - 5000 IU per day;
- Vitamin C 60 mg per day (no more than 90 mg);
- Vitamin B 1 at 1.5 - 1.9 mg per day;
- Vitamin B 2 1.4 mg per day;
- Vitamin B 6 at 2.1 - 2.3 mg per day.
Complexes of vitamins when planning pregnancy - a brief
characteristics and reviews of the most commonly used
preparations
Consider the reviews and a brief description of the vitamin-mineral complexes that are most often used at the stage of pregnancy planning. Vitamins Elevit when planning pregnancy
Elevit contains all the necessary vitamins, including folic acid in the right dosage (400 mcg), as well as trace elements - calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, copper and zinc. Therefore, taking Elevit at the stage of pregnancy planning, you can not worry about the adequate intake of folic acid and do not drink it additionally. However, there is no iodine in the Elevit complex, which will have to be taken additionally at 200 mcg per day.Reviews about Elevit vitamins when planning pregnancy are in most cases positive, as women note an improvement in well-being, normalization of the menstrual cycle, a small number of attempts that need to be made to conceive. In addition, women like the effect of Elevit in relation to hair, nails and skin, which become better, more beautiful and healthier. Elevit, as a rule, does not cause nausea when taken and prevents toxicosis in the early stages of pregnancy. However, despite the advantages, the drug also has disadvantages, which women include high cost, lack of iodine in the composition, provocation of constipation, as well as a strong increase in appetite. Women note that they literally have a "wolfish appetite", and they eat often and much more than before the use of vitamins.
Vitamins when planning pregnancy Vitrum
Vitamins when planning pregnancy Vitrum along with Elevit are the most popular among women. The full name of the vitamin-mineral complex for taking at the stage of pregnancy planning, during childbearing and breastfeeding is Vitrum Prenatal or Vitrum Prenatal forte. However, most often women simply speak Vitrum, understanding what is at stake.Despite the similarities with Elevit, there are differences between them, which, according to many women, make Vitrum the preferred option. So, Vitrum contains all the vitamins necessary for a woman at the stage of pregnancy planning, including folic acid in the right dosage. However, unlike Elevit Prenatal, Vitrum also contains iodine in the required dosage, so the woman does not have to take additional Iodomarin tablets, etc. In addition, the content of zinc, magnesium and copper in Elevit Pronatal is low, in Vitrum it is much higher, which makes it preferable for women, since they do not have to worry about getting the necessary minerals. It is important that Vitrum is significantly cheaper than Elevit.
Vitrum also has a beneficial effect on the condition of the hair, nails and skin of women, normalizes the menstrual cycle and improves the general condition. Vitamins Vitrum do not provoke constipation and do not cause a pronounced increase in appetite. Therefore, most reviews of Vitrum Prenatal are positive.
Vitamins Alphabet when planning pregnancy
The alphabet intended for use by women at the stage of preparation for pregnancy, during childbearing and breastfeeding, is called "Alphabet Mom's Health" or simply "Alphabet Mom". However, most often, women simply speak the Alphabet, because from the context this is enough to understand what is being said.There are both positive and negative reviews about Alphabet vitamins. The positive ones are due to the fact that women felt better while taking them, their hair and nails were strengthened, and the onset of pregnancy was easy. In addition, women like that all the necessary vitamins and minerals are divided into three tablets, painted in different colors, taking into account their compatibility with each other, which improves absorption and assimilation of substances. One tablet of each color should be taken per day with an interval of at least 4 hours between them. Thanks to this separation of vitamins and minerals in three tablets, women do not experience side effects associated with the digestive tract (for example, constipation) and allergic reactions. In addition, the Alphabet is very convenient because it contains the most important substances for preparing for pregnancy in the required dosage - folic acid, vitamin E, calcium and iodine.
Negative reviews about Alphabet vitamins are associated with two main factors - firstly, it is a dietary supplement, not a medicine, and secondly, the appearance of unpleasant sensations with a deterioration in well-being against the background of their use. The fact that the Alphabet refers to dietary supplements, and not to medicines, causes a wary attitude on the part of many women who are faced with low-quality dietary supplements. Also, women are worried that dietary supplements are not subjected to such serious testing and control as medicines, which also causes distrust in the drug. But in relation to the Alphabet, these fears are not fair. It's just that the reality of modern Russia is such that it is much cheaper for a manufacturer to register a medicine as a dietary supplement. And so do many pharmaceutical companies.
More serious prerequisites for negative reviews about the Alphabet are the deterioration of the woman's condition, the gag reflex and other side effects. In such cases, women leave a negative review, stating that they probably did not fit the vitamins, because many, on the contrary, really like them.
Vitamins when planning pregnancy Femibion
This complex of vitamins quite often causes negative emotions in women, who, accordingly, leave a negative review about it. This is due to a number of factors. Firstly, women consider the drug to be unreasonably expensive, expecting a much greater visible effect for the high cost, but not getting it. As a result, there is a dissonance between expectations and reality, which causes a natural feeling of resentment expressed by negative feedback.Secondly, many women report an allergic reaction in response to taking Femibion, which forces them to stop using vitamins. Accordingly, women who experience an allergic reaction leave a negative review of Femibion vitamins and do not recommend them to others. Thirdly, women do not notice any positive changes in their condition, which prompts them to conclude that the complex is ineffective.
However, in addition to the negative, there are also a large number of positive reviews about Femibion. In general, the ratio of positive and negative reviews about vitamins is kept at the level of 50/50. In positive reviews, women note that Femibion perfectly eliminates toxicosis and provides excellent health and vigor for the entire pregnancy. In addition, women like that the complex contains all the necessary vitamins and minerals, including folic acid and iodine in the right dosages. Therefore, using the Femibion complex at the stage of pregnancy planning, women do not need to take additional vitamins separately, which is very convenient because it does not create confusion.
Vitamins Aevit when planning pregnancy
Aevit vitamins should not be taken when planning pregnancy, as they contain too high a dosage of vitamins A and E (100,000 IU). And since vitamin A in high doses (more than 10,000 IU) can negatively affect the course of pregnancy (cause fetal deformities, miscarriages, etc.), it should not be taken in an amount of more than 5,000 IU per day at the stage of pregnancy planning. Since vitamin A can accumulate in the body, it is recommended to postpone pregnancy planning for 2 to 3 months after taking Aevit, so that the excess amount of retinol is removed from the tissues.If a woman wants to drink a course of vitamins A and E at the stage of pregnancy planning, it is necessary to choose other drugs containing them in doses of not more than 5000 IU, for example, Vitrum Vitamin E, Zentiva vitamin E 100, etc.
The best vitamins for pregnancy planning
Currently, according to women's reviews, the best vitamin-mineral complexes at the stage of pregnancy planning are Vitrum Prenatal and Elevit Pronatal. It is these drugs that share the first place in popularity among expectant mothers preparing for pregnancy.However, when choosing a complex for yourself, it should be remembered that in medical practice there is a concept not of the "best" drug, but of "optimal". The optimal remedy is the remedy that best suits that particular person in the current situation. This means that for the same woman in different pregnancies, a different vitamin complex may be optimal. For example, in the first pregnancy, Vitrum was optimal, in the second - Femibion, and in the third - Elevit, etc. Therefore, it is recommended to select a complex of vitamins individually, based solely on your feelings and impressions.
Before use, you should consult with a specialist.Many women begin to prepare in advance for the appearance of a child. Vitamins in planning a pregnancy for a woman play a big role during this period. From taking the vitamin depends on how healthy the baby will be born, the health of the expectant mother and the process of pregnancy. Before preparing for pregnancy, an examination is carried out, depending on the results, medications are prescribed.
Vitamins when planning pregnancy
If something is missing in the body of a pregnant woman, then it is replenished with the help of the necessary elements. The lack of useful elements occurs not only in healthy women, but also in those whose body is depleted. Doctors prescribe vitamin and mineral preparations that saturate the body with the missing elements. It is necessary to take only those medicines that will not harm the health of the expectant mother.
Vitamins for pregnancy and conception drink beforehand, because the formation of the main vital organs of the child occurs in the early stages, so the woman's body must be fully prepared for this important period. If the body lacks important elements, then this can lead to the following consequences:
- In the first three months, the fetus may develop incorrectly or with abnormalities.
- The expectant mother has a deterioration in hearing and vision, immunity decreases, and she often gets tired.
- In pregnant women, there is a loss of curls, delamination of the nail plates, deterioration in the condition of the teeth and skin.
Depending on the period of pregnancy, the female body needs different substances. In the second and third periods, the need for vitamins increases to 45%. According to doctors, the weight of a woman should not exceed the required norm. When a child is born, a woman needs certain substances. What vitamins to take when planning a pregnancy:
- Iron and folic acid are taken in double the amount.
- The dose of calcium is increased by 1.5 times.
- The following elements are increased by 30% of the usual norm: iodine, elements of group B and zinc.
If a woman eats well, she still needs to take the necessary elements. Because a properly composed diet does not provide the necessary number of useful trace elements and substances.
When prescribing medications, the doctor takes into account what time of the year a particular period of pregnancy falls on. For example, in winter, all people experience a lack of sunlight. Therefore, vitamin D is prescribed in winter. When planning, the necessary elements begin to be taken a month before the planned date of conception. If a woman has any health problems, then the elements are taken a few months before conception.
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Depending on the health of the woman, the doctor prescribes different drugs. It is impossible to say in advance which vitamins to drink when planning a pregnancy for a woman is better. Now in pharmacies you can find a huge number of medicines. A specific product is prescribed only after consultation with a doctor. Among the huge number of medicines, several stand out useful and necessary during pregnancy:
- Vitamin E.
- Group B elements.
- Vitamin D.
- Vitamin A.
Folic acid is another name for vitamin B9. This medication is prescribed three months before planning. The substance has the following positive qualities:
- When laying the nervous system in the body of a child, folic acid plays a huge role.
- Actively takes part in hematopoiesis.
- It is of great importance in the formation of the placenta.
- Folic acid is essential for the proper functioning of the body.
If a B9 deficiency occurs in the body of a pregnant woman, this will adversely affect the development of the digestive organs in the fetus. And also folic acid contributes to the proper absorption of protein and the formation of new cells. To avoid a deficiency in this substance, doctors recommend including the following foods in the diet: vegetables, parsley, spinach, fruits, legumes, liver, nuts, asparagus, eggs. You also need to eat a lot of greens.
Tocopherol or vitamin E. If a girl has a question about which vitamins to drink when planning a pregnancy, then the doctors answer that vitamin E is mandatory. This substance is of particular importance during the planning period, because it significantly accelerates the likelihood of pregnancy.
When the child takes vitamin E, the baby's muscle tissue builds up. He is needed for the fruitful development of the fetus. If a woman has a risk of miscarriage, then tocopherol is mandatory prescribed. And also it does not cease to be taken during gestation. Contained in the following products: barley groats, herbs, rose hips, nuts, oily fish, dried apricots. In what quantities to take the substance, the doctor will prescribe.
Vitamins of groups B and D
To the main group B multivitamins include B6 and B12. Such elements must be taken when planning: without fail, the doctor will prescribe the elements of group B and D. The beneficial effects of B vitamins:
- If a woman has a lack of vitamins of this group, then this contributes to a deterioration in mood and well-being. Due to the deficiency, toxicosis, irritability and nausea appear. It can also cause insomnia.
- In order for the folic substance to be well absorbed, the components of this group are necessary.
- For the formation of the immune, endocrine and cardiovascular systems.
- For the absorption of the necessary substances.
- To stabilize the metabolic processes between the woman and the fetus.
The B elements are found in the following foods: carrots, eggs, leafy greens, organ meats, mushrooms, nuts, and red meat.
Vitamin D formed from sunlight. That is why during pregnancy it is recommended to often be on the street, walk in the fresh air. Vitamin Benefits is as follows:
- Nails and teeth become stronger.
- Positive effect on memory.
This vitamin is found in the following foods: cheese, yolk, butter, fatty fish, caviar, fish oil.
Required Component
This substance belongs to the mandatory vitamins before pregnancy for women. It is fat-soluble, this feature is taken into account when compiling the menu. Advantages:
- Caring for the gums, teeth and hair of the expectant mother.
- It has a beneficial effect on the nervous system of the fetus.
- Helps strengthen baby's bones.
- Prevents anomalies of the respiratory system.
- Preserves the beauty of the skin.
When planning a pregnancy, a doctor prescribes a list of vitamins for men. The husband must also undergo a special examination and drink a good multivitamin complex.
Commonly prescribed medications
Depending on the health of the expectant mother, the doctor prescribes elements that are aimed at solving a specific problem, or a whole multivitamin complex. It is better if courses of vitamins are prescribed during pregnancy, they help to improve the condition. Commonly prescribed drugs:
- Elevit Pronatal.
- Vitrum Prenatal.
- Compliment Mom.
- Elevit.
- Femibion.
Elevit Pronatal. This medication should be included in the diet of a pregnant woman. These elements contain micro and macro elements. If a woman's body has an overestimated calcium content, or there is an urolithiasis, then they refuse to take medications.
Vitrum prenatal. In addition to the necessary vitamins, the medication contains microminerals. It also has a high iron content. When prescribing a course, the doctor says the exact dosage.
Compliment Mom. This complex is inexpensive, includes all the necessary elements and substances. But the drug has a significant disadvantage, it does not include elements A and D.
Elevit. The product contains a large amount of folic acid and magnesium. When taking the drug, it has a good effect on blood flow, and the risk of miscarriage also decreases.
Femibion. This medication is developed in two versions, which are designed for different periods of pregnancy. Femibion 1 is taken during planning and in the first trimester. Femibion 2 is prescribed starting from the 13th week of gestation. The vitamins have a perfectly balanced composition, all the elements included in the medication are well absorbed.
In addition, other drugs can be bought in pharmacies, for example, Angiovit, Multi-tabs, Teravit Pregna or Alfavit. You cannot buy drugs on your own; when planning a pregnancy or carrying a fetus, all medicines are prescribed only by the attending physician.
Dosing rules
Vitamins are needed on any, and you also need to know their correct dosage. What vitamins to drink during pregnancy, only the attending physician knows. There are a lot of names of drugs, all of them have both advantages and disadvantages. In order not to harm your health, you must follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. If you don't follow the rules drugs, the following risks may arise:
- If you exceed the recommended norms of vitamin A, then this will lead to anomalies in the embryonic development of the fetus.
- If there is an excess of vitamin E in the body of a pregnant woman, then this can lead to a child's heart disease or hexosis.
In order for the health of the future baby and mother to be normal, all elements must be taken in strict dosages. If in the body of a woman any element has exceeded the norm, then an urgent consultation of a specialist is needed. It may be necessary to postpone conception for some time.
Prevention of hypovitaminosis
When planning a pregnancy, many women have the question of whether it is necessary to drink vitamins. If a girl led a healthy lifestyle before pregnancy, her diet was correct, she was not on diets, then there will be enough useful substances in the body for the conception to be positive. But if a lack of any useful elements is noticed in the body, then this can develop into hypovitaminosis.
It is because of him that the condition of nails, skin, teeth and hair worsens. And also frequent symptoms of hypovitaminosis are apathy and fatigue. If during this period the conception of the fetus occurs, then he is threatened with health problems. The likelihood of eclampsia, malformations is high, the risk of miscarriage increases.
Therefore, if a doctor diagnosed a woman with hypovitaminosis, then special elements for those planning a pregnancy are recommended as an addition to her usual diet. The drug is taken 30 days before the planned conception. In some cases, a course of vitamins is drunk 4 months before planning.
Preparations for men
Not only the expectant mother, but also her husband should drink a course of medicines. He is prescribed the necessary drugs 90 days before the start of conception. Sperm maturation takes 72 days, and every day they need minerals. The male body is supported by amino acids. They provide the necessary condition for the formation of new spermatozoa without mutation and increased activity. To improve the quality of sperm, increase the likelihood of pregnancy, a man is assigned the following drugs:
- Selenium is needed to maintain sexual activity. If there is no lack of selenium in the body, then the man remains sexually active not only in his youth, but also in his mature years.
- Vitamin C and zinc. It is needed to support the synthesis of male sex hormones.
- Vitamin E. Prevents possible damage to spermatozoa.
- Folic acid. Necessary for the creation of active spermatozoa with the correct structure.
If a woman is thinking about planning, then she definitely needs to take minerals and vitamins in advance. And also it is necessary to give up bad habits. The planning stage is the most important, because at this time the body is preparing for the bearing of the fetus.
If you want to have a healthy baby, plan your pregnancy well in advance. Your well-being, the absence of complications and the normal course of childbirth will depend on how well you prepare for conception. How to start planning a pregnancy for a woman, and what should be examined before conception? Do I need to take vitamins, and how much folic acid to drink when planning a pregnancy?
Planning for pregnancy begins 3 months before conception. At this time, it is necessary to actively prepare for future gestation: eat well, give up bad habits, limit contact with toxic substances.
Both the expectant mother and the future father should not drink alcohol. Ethanol is a poison, it damages the structure of various cells, including eggs and sperm. Damaged sex cells retain the ability to conceive, but cause complications - malformations, diseases or congenital deformities.
Pregnancy planning calendar
Such a calendar is compiled in order to determine the date of the most probable conception. Fertilization of the egg is possible when it has matured and left the ovary. This happens in the middle of the cycle, 14-16 days after the start of menstruation.
You can calculate the date of your own ovulation by measuring basal temperature (measured in the morning, without getting out of bed, in the vaginal cavity). The day before ovulation, the temperature drops by a few tenths of a degree, and the next day it rises.
Vitamins before pregnancy planning
Vitamins ensure the normal functioning of the body. A full supply of vitamins guarantees health, tone, cheerful mood and well-being. We list which vitamins to drink when planning a pregnancy (for a man and a woman):
- C - vitamin of immunity and health, ensures the absorption of iron and prevents anemia.
- E - vitamin of the reproductive system, is used as a means to prevent miscarriages in the early stages.
- B vitamins - provide absorption of food. The most important for future pregnancy are vitamins B6, B9.
It's important to know: taking artificial vitamins should not be uncontrolled. An overabundance of vitamins is as dangerous as their lack. Therefore, from a wide list of different complexes, it is better to choose special ones - for pregnant women. And take in a strict dosage (according to the instructions).
Vitamins when planning pregnancy for women
There are vitamins that are especially necessary for the female body for bearing and giving birth. These are those that support the formation of red blood cells, normal blood clotting. And also necessary for the growth of the child in the womb.
Vitamin D is necessary for the growth and development of a child. It is formed when the skin is irradiated with ultraviolet light (during sunburn). However, for those living in a cold climate, the number of sunny days per year is insufficient for the full formation of growth vitamin. Therefore, for regions north of Moscow, prophylactic intake of vitamin D is indicated. Its deficiency during pregnancy will affect the destruction of teeth and softening of bones. The child will take what he needs, even to the detriment of the mother's body.
Vitamin K is responsible for the formation of blood clots. Its reception ensures blood clotting and prevents prolonged postpartum hemorrhage.
Vitamins for men when planning pregnancy are enhanced (in comparison with the usual) doses of C and E, supplements of minerals selenium, zinc.
Natural vitamins - replacement for pills
Over the past decades, European doctors have been conducting research on the effects of artificial vitamins. The question arises whether these drugs are necessary for women with a normal diet. The use of pharmacy vitamins is fraught with an overdose and an allergic reaction (in a woman and a child). A healthy diet has no adverse reactions and does not cause hypervitaminosis.
Pharmacy complexes can be replaced with natural vitamins - freshly squeezed juices, green smoothies. Their advantage is the absence of an overdose and an unhealthy allergic reaction in the form of a rash.
Should I take vitamin E when planning a pregnancy?
Vitamin E was isolated at the beginning of the 20th century. Its researchers conducted experiments exclusively on rats. As a result of their observations, they concluded that E is a vitamin, without which the reproductive function does not work.
It must be said that other painstaking studies of this topic did not follow. Therefore, until now, tocopherol is called the vitamin of birth (“feros” means to wear, “tokos” - to be born).
Information about tocopherol is different. It is of course useful, like other vitamins, enzymes, minerals. Each component is necessary for the full development of the child, the formation of his body in the womb. However, taking increased doses of vitamin E is not always beneficial. Let's explain why.
The fact is that pharmacy dosages of tocopherol contain 100, 400 and 800 IU (international units) of the vitamin. In this case, the daily dose is only 30 IU. Therefore, taking pharmaceutical preparations often causes hypervitaminosis - it upsets nervous and mental reactions, makes a woman quick-tempered, aggressive. It also disrupts vision, digestion and even hormonal balance.
Therefore, it is better to use natural sources of tocopherol - green parts of plants, germinated grains of cereals.
How to take folic acid when planning a pregnancy
Folic acid when planning pregnancy is the recommendation of 99% of gynecologists. For an unborn child, folic acid is important in the control of cell division. In the first months after conception, many cells, various organs, tissues, and systems of the unborn child are formed from one cell.
Do men need folic acid when planning a pregnancy? Healthy sperm ensures 100% fertilization of the egg. Folic acid is necessary for the maturation of the membranes of spermatozoa, for their active movement and for rapid conception.
General list of analyzes and their results
The list of tests when planning pregnancy is quite wide.
This list includes:
- General blood analysis.
- Blood sugar test.
- Blood test for Rh factor.
- General urine analysis.
- A smear or bakposev for the presence of pathogenic flora in the vagina.
- Blood or urine, mucus (PCR) tests for infections - TORCH, RW, hepatitis, HIV.
- Blood test for hormones.
You can replace a large list of analyzes with computer diagnostics. This survey is common in the sales network of various dietary supplements. It gives a complete picture of infections and inflammations. However, the method is not recognized by official medicine and therefore is not very popular.
It's important to know: For a good diagnosis, a competent doctor is needed.
Tests for possible infection
Medicine recommends being examined for the presence of latent infections. What tests should be taken when planning a pregnancy? The most common examination that is carried out to detect genital infections is called TORCH. It determines the presence of antibodies to herpes viruses, rubella, cytomegalovirus, and also to toxoplasma. What are the dangerous listed viruses and bacteria?
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A number of viruses are present in our body in a latent form. For example, according to medical statistics, 90-95% of the population are infected with herpes viruses. At the same time, visible manifestations of the disease (blistering rash or cold) are formed only in 30-35%. The remaining 60% of people are not even aware of the virus carrier.
During pregnancy, there is a decrease in immunity. Therefore, dormant infections wake up often during the gestation period. How dangerous are they?
Viral infections pose a danger to the child during the initial infection. The likelihood of complications in the baby is not one hundred percent. 25% of children of infected mothers were born without pathological abnormalities. 75% had various pathologies or were born prematurely.
The results of tests for TORCH infections look like a list of infections indicating the amount and type of antibodies. It is important to understand the survey data correctly.
IgM antibodies- are formed in the body during the initial infection with a viral infection. Their presence in the blood indicates that the infection has occurred quite recently and at the moment the body is actively producing antibodies to the virus. If the analysis shows the titer of IgM antibodies, then it is better to wait a few months with pregnancy.
IgG antibodies- are formed to control the dormant virus. They prevent it from multiplying and causing disease. The presence of IgG antibodies as a result of the analysis indicates that the infection with the virus took place earlier, and the body is immune to this disease.
In the analyzes, 90% of pregnant women detect antibodies of the IgG type. This is normal, their presence in the blood guarantees the absence of primary infection (recall that pathologies in the development of an infant are formed only during primary contact with the infection).
If conception fails: duphaston, urogestan, inofert
In some cases, in order to conceive a child, you must not just take vitamins. If you want a baby and you are not able to get pregnant, you need to examine the level of hormones. In the presence of violations for the onset of conception, hormonal correction drugs are used.
Dufaston when planning pregnancy
This drug is prescribed in the presence of hormonal disorders. If a woman produces an insufficient amount of progesterone, then it becomes impossible for a fertilized egg to enter the uterine mucosa. Progesterone is responsible for the formation of a loose surface of the mucous tissue lining the uterine cavity. With its deficiency, the zygote either does not attach to the uterus, or breaks down within a few weeks (miscarriage occurs).
You can prescribe duphaston after a hormonal examination. Blood is given in the second phase of the cycle, between ovulation and the onset of the next period. If the analysis shows a decrease in the level of progesterone, then duphaston is prescribed.
How to take duphaston when planning a pregnancy? For the treatment of infertility and pregnancy, the drug is prescribed from 11 to 25 days of the cycle. It should be taken 2 times a day, 10 mg. The course of treatment is 6 months (cycles). If pregnancy occurs during treatment, the drug is continued for the first 3 or 4 months of gestation (in the same doses). With the threat of abortion, the dosage is increased to 40 mg every 8 hours.
Utrozhestan when planning pregnancy
Utrozhestan is a drug that provides a woman's body with additional progesterone. It has been successfully used to treat infertility and irregular menstruation. The drug is also prescribed after ovulation, from 16 to 25 days of the cycle. Each capsule of utrogestan contains 100 mg of progesterone. It provides the necessary changes in the mucous membrane inside the uterus during ovulation and the introduction of a fertilized egg.
Inofert when planning pregnancy
Inofert is a drug for regulating the menstrual cycle. It does not contain hormones, but contributes to the establishment of a woman's natural hormonal background. It is prescribed for irregular periods.
Inofert regulates the synthesis of prolactin, testosterone, luteotropin. It normalizes the maturation of the egg and promotes the passage of ovulation on time. The drug is often prescribed to women who may have damage to the eggs (age-related - over 35 years old, toxic - after working in hazardous industries).
Herbs for ovarian stimulation
Boron uterus when planning pregnancy allows you to replace hormonal treatment with synthetic drugs for herbs. This plant effectively treats many female diseases (adhesions, obstruction, inflammation, fibroids, polycystic diseases). The therapeutic effect of the herb is provided by coumarins, saponins, tannins, flavonoids, acids, trace elements and vitamins. Zinc, titanium, copper, manganese, as well as immunity vitamin C - provide the treatment of inflammation and the onset of conception.
The upland uterus is shown not only to women who want to get pregnant. It also treats urological inflammations in men (they can cause male infertility and also make it impossible to conceive).
The upland uterus is a natural stimulation of the ovaries for pregnancy planning.
It's important to know: ovarian stimulation is contraindicated in women with obstructed fallopian tubes. In this state, the release of the egg can lead to an ectopic pregnancy and the need for urgent resuscitation.
The grass of the uterus is brewed in a thermos for the night (similar to rosehip seeds - for the full release of useful substances into the decoction). In addition, the effectiveness of treatment is increased by using dry crushed leaves. Such a medicinal powder is taken separately from food, washed down with water (to improve the taste, it can be mixed with honey).
Planning for conception after a frozen pregnancy
Planning for pregnancy after a missed pregnancy is possible after 8-12 months. For successful conception and bearing, it is necessary to establish and cure the cause of fetal fading.
Identification of the causes of fetal fading
Possible options:
- intrauterine infection,
- poisoning,
- internal inflammation,
- hormonal disorders,
- genetic disorders in the development of the fetus,
- Rh-conflict of mother and child.
More banal factors are possible:
- anemia,
- stress.
In addition, abortions are common precursors to missed pregnancy. It is imperative to find out the cause of fetal fading. To prevent termination of pregnancy next time.
Miscarriages and pathologies due to high homocysteine
Homocysteine is an amino acid, a biologically active substance.
During pregnancy, homocysteine should decrease. With the abuse of coffee and smoking, it does not decrease, but rather increases. An excessive increase in homocysteine levels (more than 13 µmol / l) leads to miscarriages or pathologies of the intrauterine development of the child (low weight, asphyxia - suffocation),
It is necessary to investigate homocysteine when planning a pregnancy for those who have had miscarriages or miscarriages.
Pregnancy planning is a very important issue. It is worth preparing for conception in advance. Spouses need to undergo the necessary examinations, prepare their body.
For women, this is especially important, because they have to not only conceive a baby, but also endure it, give birth. Therefore, it is necessary that the body be provided with vitamins.
Proper nutrition alone may not be enough for this, so pharmaceutical preparations can come to the rescue: monovitamins and multivitamin complexes.
What vitamins should a woman take to successfully conceive a child: on the current page there is a list of vitamins and the best complexes for women when planning a pregnancy.
Scarcity and related risks
Some people think that extra vitamins when planning a pregnancy, this is superfluous, since proper and balanced nutrition is enough.
It is very difficult to obtain the necessary components from products. Given that after conception, the woman's body will require more nutrients, the benefits of vitamin complexes are obvious.
In the body of a future mother, there must be a supply of nutritional components, otherwise conception may simply not occur. With a lack of vitamins, the activity of the reproductive system is disrupted.
If there is a deficiency before conception, there is a serious risk of pathologies of fetal development or the threat of termination of pregnancy.
Doctors insist that when planning a conception, additional vitamin components are indicated not only for women, but also for men, since the health of the fetus depends on their state of health too.
Thanks to the father, the genetic code is laid, any malfunctions in the latter are the cause of developmental disorders.
Some of the vitamin substances affect sperm quality, on the activity and strength of spermatozoa.
What substances are needed
It cannot be said that some vitamins are necessary for expectant mothers, and some they do not need.
Each substance is responsible for certain functions of the body., so the best approach to fortification is complex.
What vitamins to drink when planning a pregnancy for a woman? Before conception, the following components will be required.
Vitamin B9 or . One of the most important when planning a pregnancy.
With a lack of B9, pathologies can develop in the fetus. Without this component, the normal production of red blood cells becomes impossible.
Eating it in sufficient doses helps prevent premature birth and the birth of a premature baby.
From B9 products contains in legumes, greens, vegetables, buckwheat, rice, nuts, beef liver, dairy products.
Please note that this substance is quickly destroyed, so dishes containing it should be prepared quickly. Better yet, use them fresh.
Vitamin C. Helps maintain immunity, removes toxins, fights viruses and bacteria.
A lot is found in citrus fruits, bell peppers, green onions. Its sources, decoctions and infusions, for example, rosehip decoction.
Vitamin B6. With a sufficient amount of this substance, after the onset of pregnancy, you can reduce toxicosis, manifestations of aggression, and depression.
The substance is well absorbed, excreted with urine. B6 ensures the normal operation of more than 60 different enzymatic systems.
Thanks to the component, the baby's nervous system and brain are normally laid. Sources of it- pork and chicken meat, sardine, mackerel, bananas, pomegranate, garlic, carrots, potatoes, yeast.
Vitamin A. Fat soluble. The substance helps fight respiratory pathologies, maintains skin health, takes part in laying bones in the fetus and strengthening them.
It will save the teeth, gums, hair of the expectant mother, as they often suffer during pregnancy. But also its excess can cause pathologies in a child, so caution is needed.
Contained in red, green, yellow vegetables and fruits, herbs, eggs, liver, fish oil.
Vitamin E or tocopherol. With its lack, the possibility of conception decreases, the risk of pathologies in the child increases during the entire period of gestation.
It is a natural antioxidant that helps to renew the cells of the body, contributing to their successful maturation for successful conception.
Contained in vegetable oils, seeds, nuts, legumes, parsley, prunes, milk, eggs, meat, liver.
Vitamin B2. When planning conception, this component is responsible for the skeleton, muscles, nervous system of the child.
Participates in the synthesis of hormones and red blood cells, in tissue growth and renewal. Contained in dairy products, eggs, liver, greens, leafy vegetables, champignons, tomatoes, rose hips.
Vitamin D. Responsible for the health of nails and teeth, lays the foundation for their proper development. With a balanced diet, the body itself produces the right amount of it.
A woman's body receives it through the skin when she is under the sun's rays. From the products of its sources- this is fatty fish, milk, eggs, bread, mushrooms, spinach.
For prevention, you can take fish oil.
Monopreparations
Monopreparations consist of only one or two substances. Often, doctors prescribe them if the body of the expectant mother needs to replenish the reserves of a particular component.
When planning pregnancy, the following drugs will be useful.
- Vitamin E. In pharmacies, the monopreparation tocopherol is sold in capsules that contain 0.1 or 0.2 g of the main substance. Its price in pharmacies is 50-100 rubles.
Folic acid (B9). An indispensable tool for future parents. The price of such a drug in a pharmacy is 50-120 rubles.
It is necessary to start taking the drug 3-4 months before conception. The dosage for women planning pregnancy is 400 mcg per day.
But if earlier a woman had cases of miscarriages or the birth of children with defects, a specialist can prescribe this drug in a daily amount of 1000-1400 mcg.
Vitamin E for women when planning pregnancy can only be prescribed by a doctor, since with an excess of tocopherol, a negative effect on the unborn fetus is possible already at the onset of pregnancy.
Calcium gluconate. Sold in a pharmacy in the form of tablets and solution. More often used in tablets, their price is about 11 rubles.
One tablet contains 500 mg calcium gluconate monohydrate. The substance contributes to the normal formation of bones and muscles in the baby, maintains the health of the teeth and hair of the expectant mother.
When planning the birth of a child, you need to take it as usual, as in all other cases.
Vitamin complexes
Often women planning pregnancy take multivitamin complexes. This is convenient, because they already include the components we need.
But it is important to know which drug to choose. It is better to consult with a specialist, but you can pay attention to the rating of multivitamins when planning conception.
- Vitrum Prenatal Forte. Includes 10 vitamins and 3 minerals. The price of a package in which 30 tablets is about 360 rubles.
The drug is indicated for strengthening the body, both when planning pregnancy, and during and after it.
There is nothing superfluous in the complex: only substances necessary for the intended mother and her baby, vitamins for women before conceiving a child.
Femibion. It contains 9 vitamins (C, E, group B) and iodine. A pack of 30 tablets costs about 450 rubles.
The complex is intended for women who plan to conceive and are already pregnant for a period of less than 12 weeks. One tablet contains such an amount of vitamin components and iodine that covers the daily requirement for them.
The drug is developed based on the needs of the fetus and the expectant mother during the first trimester, so the number of components in it is the right amount.
Folic acid in the complex is presented as a biologically active form - metafolin, absorbed by the intestines even in people with malabsorption, which is a significant advantage.
Of the shortcomings noted narrow specialization of the tool. At the end of the first trimester, it will need to be replaced with another drug with minerals.
Elevit Pronatal. A vitamin-mineral complex, in the package of which there are 100 tablets, it costs about 1350 rubles.
This is a drug that can be used both when planning pregnancy and during it.
The composition is very thoughtful and competent, it includes all the substances, without which the normal development and formation of the fetus is impossible.
General rules and duration of admission
Dosage must be prescribed by a doctor. There are rules, but they are too imprecise. When choosing drugs, experts advise use those that are intended for future parents.
Another important point is the beginning of the reception and its duration. It is better to start using drugs 3-4 months before the intended conception.
The duration of the course will be determined by the individual characteristics of the body and existing health problems.
A number of drugs can be used and after pregnancy.
Do not neglect vitamins when planning a pregnancy because they increase your chances of conceiving, carrying and delivering a healthy baby.