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But in the process of meeting everyone else’s needs and neglecting our own (especially our need for rest), we often become bitter towards the ones we’re helping.

Instead, one of the best things we can do as a wife or mother is to assess our own needs and make sure to leave space to meet them ourself or to ask for what we need. 

It might be time to rest, help with the next meal, time alone to pray and meditate on God’s word, or allowing yourself to leave a task un-done so you can “selfishly” enjoy a hobby of yours like the rest of your family gets to do. 

In the end, making room to find joy each day may be one of the best things you do for your relationships.
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Health, Pregnancy, Sponsored, Uncategorized · April 25, 2017

Are your prenatal vitamins providing everything you need for a healthy pregnancy?

Here are a few of the nutrients I’ve found that are not uncommon to need to be supplemented alongside a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy:

So you’re pregnant. Congratulations! Or maybe you’re looking to become pregnant in the near future. Happy baby making! Either way, a prenatal vitamin is something you’re probably looking into about now and it’s a great thing to start taking even before conception happens. Getting the right vitamins and nutrients into your system before baby moves in is a great thing to do to prepare your body for upcoming changes and give your baby a great start to his or her life.

As amazing as prenatal vitamins are (my hair and nails have never been healthier!) not all prenatal vitamins are created equal; and even some of the best ones out there still need to be supplemented with other nutrients that mama may lose or be in extra need of while sustaining a growing baby inside of her.

Here are a few of the nutrients I’ve found that are not uncommon to need to be supplemented alongside a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy:

Folic acid

Folic acid is especially important to take during the first several weeks of pregnancy and even before conception as well. It helps to prevent neural tube birth defects (birth defects of the brain, spine, or spinal cord). “The two most common neural tube defects are spina bifida and anencephaly” (source).

You can take folic acid as a supplement itself, but simply finding a prenatal vitamin that includes at least 400 mcg is probably the easiest choice. You can also increase your folic acid intake by eating leafy green foods (the darker green, the better!) citrus, beans, avocados, and nuts.

Iron

Did you know that a pregnant woman’s body can contain 50% blood volume than a woman who is not pregnant? (source here). Iron is used to help to move oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body and your baby’s body. Anemia is a term used when your blood lacks adiquate amounts of iron. It can cause a woman to feel dizzy, fatigued, and weak and can also cause babies to be born too early (source). The good news is that getting enough iron in your system is easy. You can either look for a prenatal vitamin that contains iron or eat dark green foods and red meat. Beans and raisins also contain extra iron for mama’s growing baby.

Omega-3 fatty acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are important to take, especially during pregnancy, because they promote brain development. They are not naturally produced by the body, so they need to be supplemented or included in a woman’s diet in order for mama and baby to benefit. To supplement this essential fat, simply look for a prenatal vitamin that contains DHA, use a fish oil supplement, or eat meals with fish that are considered safe for pregnancy! (Source).

Calcium

We all know that calcium helps to promote bone strength. (“Got milk?” anyone?). But did you know that as a baby’s bones rapidly grow and develop (especially during the third trimester), a mother can lose calcium from her own body as it is used to help with the development of baby’s bones and teeth? If your body lacks the amount of calcium needed for baby’s development, it will take calcium from your bones in order to make up for the deficit. Many prenatal vitamins only provide 20-30% of the recommended amount of calcium for women who are pregnant so it’s extra important for women to supplement their calcium during pregnancy in order to prevent the weakening of their bones and teeth.

Here are a few of the nutrients I've found that are not uncommon to need to be supplemented alongside a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy:

I highly recommend taking VIACTIV® Calcium Soft Chews as your calcium supplement during pregnancy. Each soft chew contains 500 mg of calcium. Viactiv Calcium Soft Chews are available in milk chocolate or caramel flavors at major retailers including CVS, Rite Aid, Target, and Walmart, as well as supermarkets nationwide. Which flavor of Viactiv Calcium Soft Chews — milk chocolate or caramel- would you prefer?

If you want to read more about how important calcium is for pregnant mamas, check out Viactiv.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram!

Of course, talking to your doctor about recommended supplements as always a must. Taking too much of a supplement can be unnecessary and even harmful, so make sure you and your doctor are on the same page. Supplement needs will also vary from woman to woman based on your pregnancy and health history. Also, check out this helpful prenatal vitamin guide created to help women feel confident when choosing a prenatal vitamin.

Viactiv Calcium Soft Chews are available in milk chocolate or caramel flavors at major retailers including CVS, Rite Aid, Target, and Walmart, as well as supermarkets nationwide.
Learn more about Viactiv and pregnancy here.

This is a product-provided, sponsored conversation on behalf of Viactiv that contains affiliate links. I received Viactiv Calcium Soft Chews for my own personal use. This post is not intended to address or diagnose any medical conditions. All opinions, text and experiences are my own. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing or planning on becoming pregnant, speak with your healthcare provider if you have any specific health questions or prior to taking any dietary supplements.

Here are a few of the nutrients I’ve found that are not uncommon to need to be supplemented alongside a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy:






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  1. Robin Rue says

    April 25, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    I took the ones my OB prescribed to me. I trusted him when he said they were the best for me 🙂

  2. Angela Tolsma says

    April 26, 2017 at 2:57 am

    Vitamins are so important! I am not pregnant but I still take a daily and a b12. It makes a huge difference. I can definitely understand that it’s important to have the extra when pregnant! Also chocolate and caramel vitamins is so awesome!

  3. Brandi with Big Fit Fam says

    April 26, 2017 at 10:19 am

    I should start taking a calcium supplement, I can barely choke down my prenatal, my stomach is such a wreck I gag and almost throw up every time! Viactic are great, no huge pills!

  4. Amanda Love says

    April 26, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    It’s really important to look into the vitamins that you’re taking especially when you’re pregnant. These are very good reminders.

  5. Jeanine says

    April 26, 2017 at 8:27 pm

    This is great since swallowing giant pills during pregnancy can be tough for some mom’s to be. Milk chocolate chewable vitamins sound tasty!

  6. Nikki says

    April 27, 2017 at 5:47 pm

    I can’t remember what prenatal vitamins I took, but I have taken those Viactiv vitamins recently! I’m getting older and I need the extra calcium more than ever. They’re really yummy!

  7. Amber Nelson says

    April 28, 2017 at 1:27 am

    I don’t remember the brand my doctor recommended, but it was years ago. All I knew I took them!

  8. Tasha says

    April 28, 2017 at 1:35 am

    When I was pregnant I remember my prenatal vitamins being huge and disgusting. I wish they were more like these.

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But in the process of meeting everyone else’s needs and neglecting our own (especially our need for rest), we often become bitter towards the ones we’re helping.

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But in the process of meeting everyone else’s needs and neglecting our own (especially our need for rest), we often become bitter towards the ones we’re helping.

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Saturday highlights 🖤 We've been trying to be s Saturday highlights 🖤 We've been trying to be super intentional with the time we spend with David and Evy recently, knowing that big changes are just around the corner! We pray with them, ask them what questions they have, take the time to explain things. I'm hoping they'll be set up pretty well for the transition of little sis coming in March but most of the work will happen after she gets here! How did you help littles prepare for baby?
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