A member asked:

I am in 19w 5th day. i have not been given any medic like ca or fe. only folic acid was given since pregnancy. why?

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Dr. Gena Kluwe answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Folic acid most: Important in early pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects. If you're diet is good, supplemental calcium and iron shouldn't be necessary at this point, although most pre-natal multivitamins contain all of the above. A good diet is best thing for mother and baby!

Answered 10/30/2013

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