How much iron should I be taking?

Question

I'm 10 weeks and I've noticed my new prenatals don't have iron in them? Any recommendations? OB said to check with a pharmacist and I shouldn't be taking a lot as if I have a deficiency.

Answer

I didn't take any until I was 28 weeks and they did the glucose test and called to tell me my sugar was fine but my iron was low and now I take iron twice a day. Unless they specifically tell you to though, I wouldn't take extra anything.

Answer

Unless your blood iron levels are low,  you shouldn't take it at all.  That is why most prenatals do not have iron.  Too much iron can be as dangerous as too little.

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