i went to this gaeno for getting treated for an yeast infection...i also told her that we are trying to have a baby..she prescribed me follic acid tabs till i conceive....
2006-09-03 18:44:25 · 5 answers · asked by roddur 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
Folic acid is essential in helping to prevent neural tube defects as well as promoting healthy brain development. Most Dr's do suggest that a woman trying to concieve start taking folic acid as it is most beneficial in the early stages of pregnancy and since you generally won't know your pregnant until 4-8 weeks it's best to be prepared.
2006-09-04 04:31:03 · answer #1 · answered by Christie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah folic acid helps prevent birth defects and helps the brain develop properly. I took tablets called ELEVIT when i was pregnant and they were great.. they had all the folic acid you need plus all the other vitamins you need aswell. try them.
2006-09-04 02:46:21 · answer #2 · answered by Jordy[♥] 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very important, folic acid helps prevent many birth defects, but workd best taken for a few months before you conceive.
2006-09-04 01:49:29 · answer #3 · answered by Mina222 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it will help the baby grow the way it is suppsed to and not have spinal problems,if women dont take enough folic acid the babys spinal cord could be open.
2006-09-04 10:00:18 · answer #4 · answered by Victoria 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's to prevent birth defects such as spina bifida. it's such a pity to see babies born with problems that could have been prevented by the mum by proper nutrition and care. (no alcohol, drugs, smoking raw foods & be careful of cat litter
2006-09-04 03:05:38 · answer #5 · answered by AnT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋