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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

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.