{"id":2348,"date":"2025-12-16T15:07:39","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T07:07:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/?p=2348"},"modified":"2026-03-27T16:42:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T08:42:46","slug":"supplements-for-moms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential supplements for moms: Before &#038; during pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During pregnancy,\u00a0your body\u00a0changes.\u00a0You&#8217;re\u00a0getting weird pregnancy cravings at 3a.m.\u00a0and there is\u00a0a\u00a0little one quietly relying on you for everything.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is exciting, but it can also make you wonder if you are getting all the nutrients you need.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The good news is your body is working harder than you realise, and a little support can make the journey feel easier.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This guide walks you through the supplements for moms that can help at each stage so you feel more informed, more confident, and a lot more supported as your baby grows.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Disclaimer: This guide offers general information and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting any new supplements.<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/#When_to_Take_Pre_Pregnancy_Supplements\" >When to Take Pre Pregnancy Supplements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/#Why_Supplements_Are_Important_During_Pregnancy\" >Why Supplements Are Important During Pregnancy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/#Pre_Pregnancy_Supplements\" >Pre Pregnancy Supplements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/#Pregnancy_Supplements\" >Pregnancy Supplements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/#_Supplements_to_Avoid_During_Pregnancy\" >\u00a0Supplements to Avoid During Pregnancy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/supplements-for-moms\/#Let_Aima_Support_You_Through_Every_Stage\" >Let Aima Support You Through Every Stage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Take_Pre_Pregnancy_Supplements\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">When to Take Pre Pregnancy Supplements<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starting early is always helpful. Some mothers begin before conception and others start as soon as they find out they are expecting. Those first weeks are busy for your baby\u2019s development, so having nutrients ready makes a difference.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And if you\u00a0didn\u2019t\u00a0start before pregnancy,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0completely okay. Beginning now still gives your baby everything they need as they grow week by week.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Supplements_Are_Important_During_Pregnancy\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Supplements Are Important During Pregnancy<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2350 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnant-woman-wake-up-happy.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1536\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnant-woman-wake-up-happy.png 1536w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnant-woman-wake-up-happy-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnant-woman-wake-up-happy-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnant-woman-wake-up-happy-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pregnancy asks your body to show up in ways you may not expect. You are growing a whole human while still trying to take care of yourself, which is a crazy miraculous thing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Even with a balanced diet, some nutrients can be harder to get in the amounts your body needs.\u00a0A vitamin for pregnancy can offer gentle support so you stay nourished while your little one gets the building blocks needed for early growth.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre_Pregnancy_Supplements\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pre Pregnancy Supplements<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2351 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pre-pregnancy-supplements.png\" alt=\"pre-pregnancy-supplements\" width=\"1536\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pre-pregnancy-supplements.png 1536w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pre-pregnancy-supplements-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pre-pregnancy-supplements-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pre-pregnancy-supplements-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A pre pregnancy supplement gives you a small head start and helps lay the foundation for a healthy pregnancy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>1. Folic Acid\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Folic acid plays a huge role in your baby\u2019s early development. It supports the formation of the brain and spine long before most mothers even feel pregnant. It is recommended to start a folic acid supplement for pregnancy about 6 months before trying to conceive.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>2. Prenatal Vitamin<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most prenatal vitamins include folic acid, iron, and other important nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. They are meant to support both you and your baby throughout pregnancy, especially when your diet is changing with your symptoms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pregnancy_Supplements\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pregnancy Supplements<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2349 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnancy-supplements.png\" alt=\"pregnancy-supplements\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnancy-supplements.png 1200w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnancy-supplements-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnancy-supplements-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pregnancy-supplements-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The supplements you take are to help support your health and the little one growing inside of you. Here are\u00a0some you might want to pay attention to:<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Supplement<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Benefit<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Best time to consume it<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Common side effects<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Folic Acid<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Helps your baby\u2019s brain and spine develop properly. It is recommended to take folic acid during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.<\/td>\r\n<td>In the morning right after waking up<\/td>\r\n<td>Bloating or gas, loss of appetite, nausea and bitter or metallic taste in mouth<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Iron<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>During pregnancy, your body works overtime to produce more blood to support your growing baby. If you\u2019re feeling unusually tired or lightheaded, check in with your doctor to see if you may need extra nutritional support.<\/td>\r\n<td>After breakfast with vitamin C for better absorption. Avoid taking it with milk.<\/td>\r\n<td>Constipation, dark stools, nausea, stomach cramp and metallic taste in mouth<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Vitamin C\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Great for your immunity and helps your body absorb iron more effectively.<\/td>\r\n<td>After breakfast with iron (helps with iron absorption)<\/td>\r\n<td>Mild stomach upset, bloating or gas, heartburn and diarrhea<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Calcium<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Your baby is developing strong bones and teeth, and your body naturally gives from its own reserves to support them. Helps keep your bones healthy too.<\/td>\r\n<td>After lunch (avoid taking it with iron)<\/td>\r\n<td>Constipation, gas or bloating and mild stomach discomfort<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Vitamin D<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Supports bone development, immunity, and calcium absorption. Also supports your baby&#8217;s early growth.<\/td>\r\n<td>After dinner (heaviest meal, best absorption)<\/td>\r\n<td>Nausea, headache, dry mouth and mild stomach discomfort<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>DHA is an omega-3 fatty acid that supports your baby\u2019s brain and eye development.<\/td>\r\n<td>After dinner (keep capsules in the freezer to reduce aftertaste)<\/td>\r\n<td>Fishy burps\/after taste, nausea and stomach discomfort<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Magnesium\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Supports your muscles and can help with sleep or nighttime cramps. If you feel restless or achy, speak with your doctor about which magnesium supplement is best for pregnancy.<\/td>\r\n<td>1-2 hours before bedtime<\/td>\r\n<td>Diarrhoea and soft stools<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Supplements_to_Avoid_During_Pregnancy\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Supplements to Avoid During Pregnancy<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2353 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/supplements-to-avoid.png\" alt=\"supplements-to-avoid\" width=\"1536\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/supplements-to-avoid.png 1536w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/supplements-to-avoid-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/supplements-to-avoid-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/supplements-to-avoid-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When pregnant, avoid the following nutrients in\u00a0high amounts. Always check with your doctor before taking any\u00a0additional\u00a0supplements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>1. Vitamin A\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Vitamin A is important for\u00a0fetal\u00a0vision development and immunity, but too much Vitamin A can be dangerous. It can lead to birth defects and cause congenital birth abnormalities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When choosing fish oils, avoid cod liver oil or other supplements made from the liver of fish due to its\u00a0high levels\u00a0of preformed vitamin A.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>2. Vitamin E\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">High amounts\u00a0of vitamin E may increase the risk of abdominal pains and premature ruptures of the amniotic sac.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Let_Aima_Support_You_Through_Every_Stage\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Let Aima Support You Through Every Stage<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/m\/aima\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2483 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Aima-Blog-Banner-1.png\" alt=\"aima supermom\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Aima-Blog-Banner-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Aima-Blog-Banner-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Aima-Blog-Banner-1-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Aima-Blog-Banner-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pregnancy asks so much of you, both physically and emotionally. You are growing a little life while still trying to show up for your day, your family and yourself. Some days you feel steady, and on others you are just doing your best.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Through all of it, you deserve support that feels gentle,\u00a0comforting\u00a0and reliable.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pregnancy comes with many moving parts, and keeping track of your vitamins should never feel like another task on your list. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/m\/aima\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aima<\/a> as your personal tracker. Staying nourished is easier when you have a gentle system that adapts to each stage of your journey.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During pregnancy,\u00a0your body\u00a0changes.\u00a0You&#8217;re\u00a0getting weird pregnancy cravings at 3a.m.\u00a0and there is\u00a0a\u00a0little one quietly relying on you for everything.\u00a0 It is exciting,&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":2532,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_eb_attr":"","content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[26,22],"tags":[36,37,38,40],"class_list":["post-2348","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health-protection-finance","category-pregnancy-birth","tag-1st-trimester","tag-2nd-trimester","tag-3rd-trimester","tag-trying-to-conceive"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2348","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2348"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2348\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2533,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2348\/revisions\/2533"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2532"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2348"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2348"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/my\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2348"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}