Question 1

i've been diagnosed with major depressive disorder, appetite lost. can i take prenatal vitamins though i'm not pregnant to replace those lost?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, prenatal vitamins are fine -- however, are you also on some medicine for your depression?  You don't list any, and vitamins alone will probably not be enough to help your depression.  If you haven't already, please consult a psychiatrist -- if this psychiatrist does not also do talk therapy, you'll benefit from seeing a psychologist as well.

Question 2

will prenatal vitamins  increase my chances of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

NO: Prenatal vitamins just provide nutrients your diet is missing.  Most western diets in the us have adequate nutrients, therefore the prenatal vitamins are not doing too much other than providing extra Folic Acid to decrease the risk of spinal cord defects.

Question 3

if i have been taking prenatal vitamins since last month are my chances of getting pregnant this month increased?

Accepted Answer

No: Vitamin therapy does not work that way

Question 4

will taking prenatal vitamins increase my chances of getting pregnant faster?

Accepted Answer

No: Prenatal vitamins don't help you get pregnant.  They are most helpful for Folic Acid supplementation which will help reduce neural tube defects, especially if started 4-8 weeks prior to conception.

Question 5

taking prenatal vitamins with hcg drops ncrease pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Are you asking if you would have a higher chance of getting pregnant taking growth hormone and vitamins? Possibly, if the growth hormone supplement and vitamins help  your other hormones and help you be more balanced and you are still ovulating it might work. But there are better ways to go to improve chances of getting pregnant.

Question 6

can i give prenatal vitamins to my children?

Accepted Answer

Better if you don't: Prenatal vitamins contain a lot of the same things, but in different quantities that are more appropriate to a mom than to a kid.  They are also in forms that children will generally find less palatable than vitamins designed for children.

Question 7

what do i need to know about prenatal vitamins?

Accepted Answer

Take one: There are many brands of prenatal vitamins each with a slightly different compilation of vitamins. The best one to take is the one that you like. Folate (folic acid) in prenatal vitamins has been shows to prevent certain birth defects especially if taken before pregnancy. Find one you like and take it daily.

Question 8

what happens if i don't take any prenatal vitamins?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk: Prenatal vitamins are formulated both to provide the expectant mother with what she needs herself, and to provide certain nutrients that decrease the risk of certain birth defects.  Most notably, the extra folate (folic acid) decreased the risk of spinal cord defects in babies.  Does this mean that if you don't take them your baby will have a spinal cord defect?  No it doesn't.  But the risk will be increased.

Question 9

can i take prenatal vitamins that expired 7 months ago?

Accepted Answer

Possibly, but why?: You would probably be ok taking these vitamins, but I would recommend getting new ones.  There is still some risk that the potency of the expired vitamins would be lower, and not give your child the benefits you are taking them for.  Get a new bottle.  Take care and stay healthy!

Question 10

i'm wondering why are my prenatal vitamins making me sick?

Accepted Answer

See details: It may be the iron in them. Speak with your obstetrician.

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If i have been taking prenatal vitamins since last month are my chances of getting pregnant this month increased?

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Taking prenatal vitamins with hcg drops ncrease pregnancy?

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