Navigating the Folate – Folic Acid Debate: What Every Future Mother Needs to Know

folic acid and folate are important before and during pregnancy to prevent neural tube disorders Folsäure und Folat sind vor und während einer Schwangerschaft wichtig um Fehlbildungen vorzubeugen

When it comes to preparing for pregnancy, the importance of sufficient folic acid intake cannot be overstated. This essential B-vitamin plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs) – serious birth defects affecting the spinal cord and brain. The neural tube forms very early in pregnancy, at a time when […]

Preparing for Labor and Birth

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As your pregnancy progresses, there is a lot to prepare for the birth of your baby. Antenatal Classes: Empowering Through Knowledge Antenatal classes serve as invaluable resources for parents-to-be, particularly for first-time expectant parents. From understanding anatomy to mastering breathing techniques, these classes instill a sense of confidence and security crucial for labor. Moreover, the […]

Choline: important nutrient for a healthy pregnancy

choline is important during pregnancy and breastfeeding Cholin ist wichtig in der Schwangerschaft und Stillzeit

Vanessa and Paul  look at the box of prenatal vitamins they have bought. Vanessa tries to decipher the small print and mumbles: “Folic acid, vitamin D, iodine… And what’s choline?” Paul, her partner and the father-to-be, frowns: “I’ve never heard of it. Is it really important for pregnancy?” Healthcare right from the start Since deciding […]

¿Estás embarazada? ¡Esto es lo que necesitas saber!

¿Estás embarazada? ¡Felicidades! ¿Supongo que tienes muchas preguntas en este momento? Existe una gran cantidad de consejos sobre el embarazo y, a veces, pueden parecer un poco abrumadores. Aquí he recopilado algunos consejos que me han resultado útiles no solo gracias a mi experiencia profesional sino también a mi experiencia personal. Después de todo, […]