Prenatal Multivitamin

With our Prenatal Multivitamin, we pared down our original Prenatal Multivitamin Pro (eight capsules or powder) to 3 capsules as we get it, sometimes a giant handful of pills or a powder just isn't in the cards. With our 3 capsules, you can feel confident you are getting 8x more nutrition than leading prenatals†, at clinically-studied dosages of key nutrients that make all the difference. If you don’t mind more pills, our Prenatal Multivitamin Pro (8 capsules) delivers more Choline and Magnesium, and also includes Calcium, Lutein, and Zeazanthin.

Take it before, during, after pregnancy — and even beyond — for the more supportive nourishment you need to feel your best and help avoid depletion. We like to stress the importance of preconception nutritional preparation and postpartum recovery, so this product is for you even if you are a few years away from having kids or a few years postpartum.

Calcium is included at 200mg in Prenatal Multivitamin Pro and not included in Prenatal Multivitamin.

The reason for this is nutrient prioritization. Calcium is a key mineral that we recognize as highly important in the perinatal lifestage. However, our preferred form of Calcium (di-calcium malate, DimaCal(R)) takes up a lot of space in the capsules and would not be compatible with a 3 capsule prenatal. Instead, we continue to recommend a calcium-rich diet to support during the perinatal lifestage, as meeting Calcium needs through diet is generally more realistic, feasible and preferred versus just from supplements. The RDA for Calcium is 1,000mg and providing a meaningful amount via supplements can be challenging in a reasonable serving size.

We recommend taking Iron away from our Prenatal Multi for optimal absorption as Iron and some other minerals absorb best apart. We also recommend taking only as much as you need, as too much supplemental Iron can generate oxidative stress and alter the gut microbiome.*

We recommend testing your ferritin levels. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or are taking medications. 

Our Iron is bound to Glycine for better absorption and digestive comfort.*

Daily Values (%DV) are based on the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs). These standards reflect the bare minimum needed to avoid a deficiency. In addition, 83% of the studies that informed the current RDAs excluded women.

Significant research suggests that, for certain nutrients, amounts above the RDA may better support maternal and infant outcomes.

Our Prenatal Multivitamin is formulated to reflect both established standards and current clinical research, with dosing decisions guided by safety data and practitioner expertise.

Vegetarian and non-GMO. Made without eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nut allergens, wheat, and gluten.

We know, even 3 capsules can be hard. We suggest taking 1 per meal, if you can. These capsules can also be opened to combine with a smoothie or soft food. We offer additional insights on managing nausea in pregnancy in this article. If you need more information, please download our Getting Started Guide.

Yes. Needed’s Prenatal Multivitamins contain Optifolin+®, a bioavailable, fully bioactive methylfolate (L-5-MTHF) enriched with choline providing superior benefits for healthy methylation, setting it apart from other forms of methylfolate. Other forms of methylfolate utilize salts, such as calcium or glucosamine salts, which need to be present to support the stability of methylfolate but do not enable this nutritionally synergistic benefit.

Methylated (5-MTHF) folate and folic acid are two different forms of folate. 5-MTHF is the active form that the body can directly use, while folic acid is a synthetic form that must be converted before it becomes active. We choose methylated folate because it is the form naturally used by the body and is a well-studied, bioavailable source that supports healthy folate status.

Adequate folate intake supports maternal health by supporting normal cell division and the formation of red blood cells, which are essential for energy production and oxygen delivery during pregnancy.* Folate also plays a critical role in fetal development by supporting neural tube formation and healthy cellular growth and function.* Learn more about why we choose methylated folate here.

The EU Food compliant citrus sachet in our Citrus Scent is made with natural citrus essential oils to enhance scent and taste without adding ingredients. The sachet contains no artificial colors or fragrance.