DHA. What do your OBs/Midwives have to say?

Question

According to my sisters midwife it's not necessary. I have an OB and Midwife pair that asked whether my prenatals have it and I know most doctors recommend it. I read some articles and research that explained that the source of the DHA is more important than the DHA itself. I'm curious to know what moms of school age children notice regarding hyperactivity, fine motor and cognitive skills, etc and whether they took DHA or not.

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It's not necessary, as in your child's not going to have a problem because he didn't take it. But it seems like there's lots of evidence to show that it is helpful.

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My midwife actually just had me double the dose on my pill  (Ocean Mom- formulated especially for pregnant mommas / nursing) They taste amazing and no bleching it up

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My OB said it's necessary, and everything I've read says it's a good thing.

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According to an article in the LA Times, titled, "Omega-3 fatty acids: How much is enough" (in case you want to google) says: "pregnant and nursing women should aim for 200-300 mg a day.  Should take a fish oil supplement with a 3:1 ratio of DHA/EPA. That's the same ratio found naturally in fish, etc" Nordic Naturals makes several supplements with that ratio, including the prenatal ones (these have extra calcium I think, so I opted for the regular because my reg prenatal vitamin had plenty of calcium) here's what I take. Has the proper ratio. This is just my choice. Good luck!!

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My dr said it doesn't matter. I have prescription prenatals and I don't believe they have it, not totally sure. I'm sure it doesn't hurt to take though!

DHA. What do your OBs/Midwives have to say?

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