Nutrition · Pregnancy

Should I take a vitamin/mineral supplement during pregnancy?

Although we try to improve our eating habits during pregnancy, pregnancy itself can bring on changes that can affect our appetite. So I often get asked, "Do I have to take any supplements during pregnancy?"  The short answer is yes. Health Canada recommends that all pregnant individuals take a multivitamin daily that contains 0.4mg of… Continue reading Should I take a vitamin/mineral supplement during pregnancy?

Nutrition · Pregnancy

Pregnant and can’t keep your multivitamin down?

Tips to make taking a multivitamin easier! As a dietitian who counsels pregnant moms, I often hear from clients that they can’t take a prenatal vitamin because it makes them throw up. At Toronto Public Health, we recommend that pregnant women take a prenatal vitamin every day as the nutrients in the vitamin help you… Continue reading Pregnant and can’t keep your multivitamin down?

Nutrition · Pregnancy

3 reasons to take a multivitamin when you’re pregnant

If you're pregnant, you've likely been told to take a prenatal multivitamin.  I know that not all pregnant people I meet take one because they aren't sure why they should.  Here's why: 1)  It helps you and your baby get the extra vitamins or nutrients you need Healthy eating is important to help you and your baby… Continue reading 3 reasons to take a multivitamin when you’re pregnant