{"id":50575,"date":"2026-07-10T14:24:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T12:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/?post_type=discussion_reelle&#038;p=50575"},"modified":"2026-07-10T14:24:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T12:24:39","slug":"swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide","status":"publish","type":"discussion_reelle","link":"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Swiss Women&#8217;s Guide to Prenatal Nutrition, Folate &#038; Iron Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Pregnancy changes what your body needs, and getting the basics right early matters.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a clear pregnancy nutrition guide Switzerland mothers can trust, this is it.<\/p>\n<p>As Switzerland&#8217;s Swiss Vegan Fertility Leader, <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/\">Plusbaby<\/a> put this guide together to make Swiss prenatal nutrition simple- just what you need to know about folate, iron, and everything in between.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#What_Swiss_Health_Guidelines_Actually_Recommend\" >What Swiss Health Guidelines Actually Recommend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Folate_Folic_Acid_Where_It_All_Begins\" >Folate &amp; Folic Acid: Where It All Begins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Iron_Fuelling_You_and_Your_Baby\" >Iron: Fuelling You and Your Baby<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Other_Nutrients_Worth_Watching\" >Other Nutrients Worth Watching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#A_Gynaecologists_Perspective\" >A Gynaecologist&#8217;s Perspective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#What_Real_Swiss_Mothers_Say\" >What Real Swiss Mothers Say<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Food-First_vs_Supplementation_Building_a_Balanced_Approach\" >Food-First vs. Supplementation: Building a Balanced Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Why_Swiss_Women_Trust_Plusbaby_for_Prenatal_Vitamins\" >Why Swiss Women Trust Plusbaby for Prenatal Vitamins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#mum_Vegan_Prenatal_Vitamins\" >+mum Vegan Prenatal Vitamins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#Scientific_References_Studies\" >Scientific References &amp; Studies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/swiss-prenatal-nutrition-folate-iron-guide\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Folate and iron during pregnancy are the two nutrients most tied to a healthy start for your baby: folate for early development, iron for energy and blood supply.<\/li>\n<li>Swiss and WHO guidelines recommend folic acid before pregnancy, ideally 4\u201312 weeks before conception through the first trimester.<\/li>\n<li>Iron needs roughly double by the third trimester, and iron deficiency in pregnancy is one of the most common and preventable complications in Swiss maternity care.<\/li>\n<li>A gentle, bioavailable formula (active folate + iron bisglycinate) is easier on digestion than standard prenatal vitamins Switzerland pharmacies typically stock.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Swiss_Health_Guidelines_Actually_Recommend\"><\/span>What Swiss Health Guidelines Actually Recommend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Swiss Federal Office of Public Health (BAG) and gyn\u00e9cologie suisse (SGGG) align closely with WHO recommendations, with Switzerland-specific notes around vitamin D given our limited winter sunlight.<\/p>\n<p>The global evidence base for iron and folic acid comes from the WHO&#8217;s clinical guideline, recommending daily oral iron and folic acid supplementation for all pregnant women as standard antenatal care: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK132263\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WHO \u2014 Daily Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation in Pregnant Women<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Closer to home, a Swiss-specific study in Nutrients found real cause for concern: 91.8% of non-pregnant women and 52% of pregnant women had folate levels below the threshold protective against neural tube defects, with the first trimester the highest-risk window.<\/p>\n<p>Only 38% of Swiss mothers started folic acid at least four weeks before conception, as recommended. Full study:<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7761771\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Inadequate Status and Low Awareness of Folate in Switzerland<\/a>.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Nutrient<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Daily Recommendation (Pregnancy)<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Swiss\/WHO Source<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Folic acid\/folate<\/td>\n<td>400\u2013800 mcg<\/td>\n<td>BAG, WHO antenatal guidelines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iron<\/td>\n<td>27\u201330 mg (higher if deficient)<\/td>\n<td>BAG, WHO<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Vitamin D3<\/td>\n<td>600\u2013800 IU (often higher in winter)<\/td>\n<td>BAG<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iodine<\/td>\n<td>200\u2013250 mcg<\/td>\n<td>SGGG<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Omega-3 (DHA)<\/td>\n<td>200\u2013300 mg<\/td>\n<td>WHO<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>This table is a useful starting point for any prenatal supplement guide, but always confirm your personal targets with your gynaecologist or midwife, especially if bloodwork shows a deficiency.<\/p>\n<p>You can also view the official Swiss recommendations from the Swiss Society for Nutrition (SGE), published jointly with the Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (BLV): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sge-ssn.ch\/media\/s5sdimud\/blv_schwangerschaft-und-stillzeit_2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SGE\/BLV \u2014 Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding (PDF)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Folate_Folic_Acid_Where_It_All_Begins\"><\/span>Folate &amp; Folic Acid: Where It All Begins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Folate is a B-vitamin your baby&#8217;s neural tube depends on in the first 28 days of pregnancy, often before you know you&#8217;re pregnant. This is why folic acid before pregnancy matters as much as folic acid during it.<\/p>\n<p>One nuance many Swiss women aren&#8217;t told: standard folic acid needs converting by your body into its active form before use.<\/p>\n<p>Some women, particularly those with an MTHFR gene variant, convert it less efficiently, which is why many Swiss prenatal formulas now use <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/folic-acid-and-pregnancy\/\">Quatrefolic\u00ae<\/a>, an active, ready-to-use folate that skips that conversion step.<\/p>\n<p>Practical tips for folic acid during pregnancy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Start supplementing before conception if planning a pregnancy.<\/li>\n<li>Pair supplements with folate-rich foods: lentils, spinach, chickpeas, fortified grains.<\/li>\n<li>If a previous pregnancy was affected by a neural tube defect, ask about a higher dose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before conception, it&#8217;s also important to understand the <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/women-fertility-switzerland-essential-nutrients\/\">essential vitamins and minerals every woman needs before conception<\/a>, not just folate alone.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Iron_Fuelling_You_and_Your_Baby\"><\/span>Iron: Fuelling You and Your Baby<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Blood volume increases up to 50% during pregnancy, and iron needs rise with it. Left unaddressed, iron deficiency in pregnancy can lead to fatigue, dizziness, and, in serious cases, complications for mother and baby.<\/p>\n<p>Not all iron supplements are equal. Standard ferrous sulfate is cheap but notorious for nausea and constipation. Iron bisglycinate, a gentler chelated form, is increasingly preferred for iron support in pregnancy since it&#8217;s absorbed efficiently at a lower dose with far less stomach upset.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Iron Form<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Typical Dose<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Common Side Effects<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Best For<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Ferrous sulfate<\/td>\n<td>50\u2013105 mg<\/td>\n<td>Nausea, constipation<\/td>\n<td>Confirmed severe deficiency<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iron bisglycinate<\/td>\n<td>18\u201325 mg<\/td>\n<td>Minimal<\/td>\n<td>Everyday iron support in pregnancy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Pair iron-rich foods (red meat, lentils, spinach) with vitamin C (citrus, peppers) to boost absorption, and avoid coffee or tea around mealtimes, as they block iron uptake.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #000;\">\n<p><strong>Ready to Act?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You don&#8217;t need to overhaul your diet overnight. The simplest first step in any prenatal nutrition Switzerland plan is one high-quality, well-absorbed supplement covering folate and iron together.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Explore Plusbaby&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmum\/\">+mum formula<\/a>, designed with active folate and gentle iron bisglycinate for Swiss mothers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/product\/plusmum\/\">+mum range<\/a> \u2192<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you&#8217;re comparing supplement options, our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/best-vegan-prenatal-vitamins-pregnancy-breastfeeding\/\">best vegan prenatal vitamins for pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/a> can help you choose a complete prenatal formula.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Nutrients_Worth_Watching\"><\/span>Other Nutrients Worth Watching<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Folate and iron get the spotlight, but a complete nutrition for pregnant women Switzerland plan also includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vitamin D3:<\/strong> given Switzerland&#8217;s shorter winter daylight<\/li>\n<li><strong>Omega-3 (DHA):<\/strong> supports brain and eye development. Learn why <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/omega-3-benefits-before-and-during-pregnancy\/\">omega-3 is important before and during pregnancy<\/a> and how it supports healthy fetal development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Iodine and Choline:<\/strong> essential for thyroid and brain development<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vitamin B12:<\/strong> especially important for vegetarian and vegan mothers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Gynaecologists_Perspective\"><\/span>A Gynaecologist&#8217;s Perspective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;In my practice, I see the same pattern every week,&#8221; says a Swiss-based gynaecologist (FMH Obstetrics &amp; Gynaecology). &#8220;Women who eat well still show low ferritin or borderline folate by the second trimester, because pregnancy&#8217;s demands outpace what even a healthy diet can supply. Start folic acid before you try to conceive, get bloodwork every trimester, and don&#8217;t wait for symptoms like fatigue to act on iron. By the time you feel it, the deficiency is usually already significant.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>This is echoed across Swiss maternity care: gynaecologists routinely order ferritin and folate panels at the first visit, since deficiencies are common even among health-conscious women.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Real_Swiss_Mothers_Say\"><\/span>What Real Swiss Mothers Say<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Laura, 32, Geneva:<\/strong> &#8220;I switched to a gentler iron formula after standard tablets left me nauseous on top of morning sickness. First supplement I actually managed to take every day.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sarah, 28, Zurich:<\/strong> &#8220;My gynaecologist told me my ferritin was low at 20 weeks, even though I thought I ate enough iron-rich food. That was my wake-up call.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food-First_vs_Supplementation_Building_a_Balanced_Approach\"><\/span>Food-First vs. Supplementation: Building a Balanced Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A balanced approach to pregnancy supplements in Switzerland starts with food, then closes the gaps diet can&#8217;t reach. Here&#8217;s how the two work together:<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Food-First Choices<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Smart Supplement Checklist<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lentil and spinach stew (folate + iron)<\/td>\n<td>Active folate, e.g. Quatrefolic\u00ae \u2014 no conversion needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Oatmeal with fortified milk (iodine + calcium)<\/td>\n<td>Gentle iron form, e.g. bisglycinate \u2014 fewer digestive side effects<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Spinach-and-egg breakfast with citrus (iron + vitamin C for absorption)<\/td>\n<td>Clearly labelled, minimal-filler ingredients<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fatty fish or walnuts 1\u20132\u00d7\/week (omega-3 DHA)<\/td>\n<td>Covers folate, iron, D3, and omega-3 in one product<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Neither column replaces the other; a well-planned diet lowers how much you need from a supplement, but pregnancy&#8217;s demands rarely stop there, which is why most <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/blog\/prenatal-vitamins\/\">prenatal supplement guide<\/a> recommendations pair both.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Swiss_Women_Trust_Plusbaby_for_Prenatal_Vitamins\"><\/span>Why Swiss Women Trust Plusbaby for Prenatal Vitamins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plusbaby&#8217;s +mum formula was built around the science above, and reflects the broader shift among pregnancy supplements Switzerland brands toward gentler, more bioavailable ingredients.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of standard folic acid, it uses Quatrefolic\u00ae, the active, body-ready folate that skips your own conversion process, a real advantage for women who process synthetic folic acid poorly.<\/p>\n<p>For iron support in pregnancy, +mum uses gentle iron bisglycinate rather than harsh ferrous sulfate, giving effective absorption without the nausea or constipation that make many women quietly stop taking their supplements.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond folate and iron, the formula rounds out the nutrients covered above: <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/vitamin-d3-algae-fertility\/\">vitamin D3<\/a> for Switzerland&#8217;s shorter winter days, <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/omega-3-dha-vegan\/\">omega-3<\/a> DHA for brain development, iodine, and choline, in one clean, Swiss-formulated capsule instead of five bottles.<\/p>\n<p>As the <a href=\"https:\/\/plusbaby.ch\/en\/\">Swiss Vegan Fertility Leader<\/a>, Plusbaby also formulates without animal-derived ingredients, making +mum suitable for vegetarian and vegan mothers who often face the highest risk of nutrient gaps- a trustworthy answer to &#8220;which prenatal vitamins Switzerland should I actually take?&#8221;<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px; 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Studies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Cochrane Review (De-Regil et al., 2015)<\/strong> \u2014 Folate supplementation reduces neural tube defect recurrence.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochranelibrary.com\/cdsr\/doi\/10.1002\/14651858.CD007950.pub3\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> cochranelibrary.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>RCT, PMC (2022)<\/strong> \u2014 Iron bisglycinate showed better absorption and tolerability than ferrous sulfate in pregnancy. <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8839493\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Comparative Trial, Kahuta Research Laboratories<\/strong> \u2014 Ferrous bisglycinate outperformed ferrous sulfate on haemoglobin and ferritin over 8 weeks. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/11665308_Relative_effectiveness_of_iron_bis-glycinate_chelate_Ferrochel_and_ferrous_sulfate_in_the_control_of_iron_deficiency_in_pregnant_women\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">researchgate.net<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Question: How much folic acid should I take daily in Switzerland?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: Most guidelines recommend 400 mcg starting before conception, up to 800 mcg for higher-risk pregnancies; confirm with your doctor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question: Can I get enough iron from food alone?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: Possible but difficult, especially in the second and third trimesters. Many Swiss women need supplementation alongside diet.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question: Is active folate better than regular folic acid?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: For women who convert folic acid less efficiently, an active form is easier for the body to use immediately.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Question: When should I start taking prenatal vitamins?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer<\/strong>: Ideally before conception, or as soon as you find out you&#8217;re pregnant. 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