I'm 6 weeks pregnant. What do you recommend for a multi and anything else I need?

Q: I'm 6 weeks pregnant. What do you recommend for a multi and anything else I need?

A: Congratulations on your pregnancy! Please check out our complete pregnancy program with helpful suggestions on diet and supplements. I recommend the Prenatal Twice Daily Essential Packets from Design's for Health. These packets contain the core of what you need in optimal amounts not found in a one-a-day capsule:

• complete multivitamins
• minerals (extra calcium and magnesium)
  
• Omega-3 fish oil capsules
• iron - an absorbable, non-constipating, easy to tolerate iron capsule (can be removed easily if you do not want to take iron which is often problematic for pregnant women)

A probiotic is also helpful for immune support, good intestinal health, and vaginal health. This is a link to the full line: HLC Probiotics. HLC High Potency by Pharmax comes in capsules or powder - whichever you prefer. The powder tastes quite nice. Take 1/2 tsp per day, or 2-4 capsules per day. Also, L-Carnitine is a helpful supplement to take help with a healthy pregnancy, to help keep your energy levels up. I've provided a link to one I would recommend, and would suggest 1-2 caps early in the day.Please let me know if you need further help or have any questions about these or other products.