“Do I need to take folic acid before getting pregnant?”
I want to get pregnant. Do I need to take folic acid before getting pregnant?
4 Answers
OB-GYN(Obstetrician-Gynecologist)OB-GYN
Yes , it helps to prevent neurological disorders of baby
yes, it helps decrease risk of malformations.
It is recommended to be on folic acid while trying to conceive (ideally, 3 months prior).
Yes, this helps prevents neural tube defects which can be devastating to the developing child.
