These are core nutrients. For a comprehensive nutrients list, please refer to the individual product pages. During ovulation an egg travels along one of the two fallopian tubes that connect your ovaries to your uterus.
If the timing is right, sperm may fertilize it on its way to the uterus. If fertilization doesn't happen within 24 hours of the egg leaving the ovary, the egg dissolves.
The Department of Health recommends that you should take a daily supplement of micrograms of folic one month before and up to three months after conception, when your baby's spine is developing. The first phase starts with the first day of bleeding during your period and ends with ovulation.
Between days 2 and 14, your body releases hormones that help thicken the lining of your uterus to get ready for a fertilized egg in preparation for possible pregnancy. If you have been on the pill for a long time you may be low on certain vitamins and minerals especially the B-group vitamins.
Research suggests that the use of oral contraceptive pills has been associated with lower levels of vitamin B Research suggests that women may be fertile as early as day 4 of their cycle day one is taken as the first day of bleeding therefore pregnancy could occur at any point in a cycle. Pregnacare Conception has been used by women undergoing ovulation induction who are trying to conceive in a published UK pilot study, carried out at the Royal Free Hospital, and widely reported in the national press.
Agrawal, R. Prospective randomised trial of multiple micronutrients in women undergoing ovulation induction; a pilot study, Reproductive BioMedicine 24, Using the actual Pregnacare Conception formula as detailed in the study and in use at time of publication. An original study using Pregnacare assessed the effect of supplementation of vitamin D throughout pregnancy on vitamin D status of women and on the cord blood of their infants.
Alhomaid, R. Pregnacare Before Conception tablets are designed for women of child-bearing age. To help prepare your body and build nutrient stores, it can be used up to 3 months before you start to try for a baby.
Pregnacare Conception provides a carefully balanced comprehensive formulation of vitamins and minerals including specific nutrients Inositol, N-Acetyl Cysteine and Selenium. Returns accepted for incorrect orders within 14 days. See full shipping and returns details. Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. Made in a site that may handle nuts. This comprehensive formula replaces other Pregnacare and Wellman multivitamins.
There is no need to take an additional multivitamin. This product contains iron, which if taken in excess, may be harmful to very young children. Swallow with water or a cold drink. Not to be chewed. Do not exceed recommended intake. To be taken only on a full stomach. Pregnacare Conception nutritional tablets are specially formulated to help support a healthy conception for women who are trying for a baby. The formula has been developed on the basis of worldwide studies showing that certain nutrients can play an important role in helping to build nutritional stores ready for pregnancy and support good reproductive health.
Pregnacare Conception provides a carefully balanced comprehensive formulation of micronutrients including Inositol, Coenzyme Q10, N-acetyl Cysteine and Selenium. Wellman Conception has been developed to provide a comprehensive combination of vitamins and minerals and bio-active nutrients to help support all round health and vitality including vitamins B12 and B6 which contribute to normal energy release.
As well as specific nutrients which have been chosen for their role in fertility and reproduction, including zinc which contributes to normal fertility and reproduction. Once you have confirmed you are pregnant, you can continue to use up any remaining Pregnacare Conception tablets, before moving on to Pregnacare or Pregnacare Plus with Omega-3, or Pregnacare Max with Omega-3 plus Calcium which are specially formulated for the remainder of your pregnancy.
Pregnacare Conception contains the right amount of folic acid which plays a role in the process of cell division. However, if you are already taking prescribed supplements or medications or have an underlying condition, seek advice from your doctor or health professional first. Yes, you will still need to take a supplement as fortification is only to improve the folic acid contribution from the normal diet.
The government announced in September the good news that folic acid will be added to UK white flour in the future the new rules will exclude gluten-free and wholemeal flour. This is to help increase the amount of folic acid in maternal diets, as low folic acid status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects NTDs , such as spina bifida. One tablet per day is recommended with or immediately after your main meal, with water or a cold drink.
Taking the tablet with a large meal maximises the absorption of the nutrients, and can reduce nausea which is sometimes experienced if multivitamins are taken on an empty stomach.
We do not recommend chewing the tablets because they have not been formulated as chewable preparations. To see the full list of ingredients for this product please click on the nutritional information tab found on this listing. Do not exceed the recommended tablet intake. In case of overdose, seek medical advice immediately.
Pregnacare Conception contains only moderate levels of essential vitamins and minerals without any drugs or hormones. Our comprehensive global literature searches have shown that it does not contain any nutrient that is known to cause irregularities or changes in the monthly cycle. Hundreds of thousands of women in the UK will experience irregularities or delays with their cycle each year; out of these, the vast majority will never have used Pregnacare Conception, but of course a minority though still a significant number will be using it.
Because of the large sample of users, for some women the timing of their problem may coincide with the start of using Pregnacare Conception. Please note this should not be regarded as a substitute to the professional medical advice provided by your doctor or other healthcare professionals and we recommend you consult your doctor for specific guidance. Vitabiotics played no role in the literature review process, in the assessment or writing of the expert report. The conclusion of this report 25 February states:.
There is no evidence that the various components in Pregnacare Conception should cause an irregularity in cycle in normal cycling women. Its various components have been shown to be safe and of benefit. Therefore, any irregularity in cycle whilst someone is on Pregnacare Conception is likely to be casual, a chance finding and likely to highlight some other pre-existing condition.
This warrants referral to a doctor and full investigation. As well as hundreds of positive emails and reports over the years, Pregnacare Conception has also been the subject of a randomised controlled clinical trial published in in Reproductive BioMedicine.
This trial also showed that women taking Pregnacare Conception achieved pregnancy in significantly fewer attempts compared with women on folic acid alone. No negative effects on the monthly cycle were found.
In fact, another study has shown that the female cycle was more regular during multivitamin supplementation. Randomized Controlled Trial. Dudas I. Rockenbauer M. Czeizel AE. The menstrual cycle can change over time and can be affected by other factors including weight loss, weight gain, excessive amounts of exercise, and physical or emotional upset. Research has shown that coming off the contraceptive pill can also cause irregularities for several months.
A delay in the cycle could also be related to other underlying issues. If you experience a delay or change in your monthly cycle, this may not necessarily mean you are pregnant and it is advised to take a pregnancy test and speak to your doctor or health professional for more advice and investigation.
Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction. Zinc and vitamin C also contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, an important consideration for healthy sperm production as sperm can be damaged by free radicals. In fact each ejaculate contains around 0. Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity, zinc and vitamin B6 also contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood and selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis.
Folate, iron, magnesium and vitamin B12 have a role in cell division, plus vitamin A, which has a role in the process of cell specialisation. Difficulty in swallowing tablets is quite a common experience. Vitabiotics have researched this extensively and recommend after chewing some food e.
The throat opens up wider to swallow the chewed food and so the tablet should go down with greater ease. The UK Department of Health also recommends taking daily supplements containing micrograms of folic acid for women who are trying to have a baby. Pregnacare Conception contains exactly this amount among other useful nutrients. See below a list of vitamins and minerals that are included in the formula for Pregnacare Conception:. Pregnacare Conception should be taken once a day with your main meal and is not to be chewed.
Whilst this product is intended for women trying to conceive, it can also be taken during pregnancy if you have tablets remaining. However, other Pregnacare products are likely to be more beneficial during this stage. The product includes folic acid which provides great support to women who are trying to conceive.
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