NOW Supplements, Prenatal Gels + DHA with 250 mg DHA per serving, plus Borage Oil (GLA), 180 Softgels

Where is the Warning? Prenatal that may cause birth defects, uterine contractions, liver damage

Why does a prenatal boast of having Borage Oil? There is no warning indicating the risks. This is your warning. From WebMD on Borage Oil: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding. Borage seed oil is LIKELY UNSAFE during pregnancy and while breast-feeding. It is important to avoid borage products that might contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs). PAs are a risk to the mother because they can cause serious liver disease and might cause cancer. PAs are also a risk to the infant because they might cause birth defects and they can pass into breast milk. Researchers are not sure if borage products that are certified PA-free are safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. It is best to stay safe and avoid using borage. Bleeding disorders: There is some concern that borage seed oil might prolong bleeding time and increase the risk of bruising and bleeding. If you have a bleeding disorder, use borage with caution. Liver disease: Borage products containing hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PA) might make liver disease worse. Surgery: Borage might increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery. Stop taking borage at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery

65 persons found it helpful

Not methylated form of folate

Why does NOW bother adding methylcobalamin (a more bioavailable form of B-12), but choosing to have synthetic folic acid instead of methylfolate? This doesn't make any sense to take if you have MTHFR gene mutations. I wish I noticed this prior to purchase and ingesting my 1st dose. I'll go back to my old brand, shocked that NOW would do this, as I normally like their supplements

9 persons found it helpful

High quality prenatal

I have used this prenatal for all 3 of my pregnancies. My babies have all been 8 pounds, full term and healthy. Seems to have more minerals than a lot of the cheaper brands and includes dha so you don't need a separate dha supplement

8 persons found it helpful

Be aware – Three capsules daily

I was happy to have found prenatal that had some extra ingredients than what I was previously taking and at a good price. However, I should've read more detail before ordering because the serving size to get the stated amount of ingredients is 3 capsules daily. So these will now last 1/3 of the time I thought. Also be aware the capsules are huge. Not a problem for me, but I know it can be for people in general and especially those that are pregnant

8 persons found it helpful

Fantastic Multivitamin

I've been taking these for a little over a year to prep my body for pregnancy. My hair and nails have been growing at a rapid rate, and look very healthy and strong. My skin also looks very healthy as well - I would say I have a glow. I can't tell much of a difference as far as energy goes, but I rarely miss a dose so I don't have a lot to compare it to. The pills are large and the dosage is 3 of them. I take them with food so that my body can use the fat soluble vitamins and I have had no issues with an upset stomach. I have a severe food allergy and multiple food sensitivities and these pills have been kind to my stomach and my health. I am considering making them my regular multivitamin after all is said and done, I like them that much

7 persons found it helpful

Not just for pregnancy and breastfeeding!

I'm not pregnant and not planning on becoming so, but I'm a firm believer that any woman of child-bearing age should take folic acid at the least. That being said, this is an excellent vitamin for overall women's health. Huge plus: my hair has never grown so long and healthy! My nails grow quickly as well. I've tried other brands and this one is the most substantial. I couldn't recommend this pre-natal more

7 persons found it helpful

Now Foods Prenatal Gels DHA

I'm extremely dissatisfied. Per Now Foods, they have replaced their "Prenatal Caps" with "Prenatal Gels DHA". My main complaint is "Prenatal Caps" had 1200mg of calcium (100% daily value), but the replacement "Prenatal Gels DHA" only has 400mg of calcium (just 31% daily value). The replacement "Prenatal Gels DHA" has less vitamin A, less vitamin E, less magnesium and less iron. I MUCH prefer the original "Prenatal Caps"

7 persons found it helpful

Less constipation!

Why did I not find this brand of prenatal pills sooner? It has everything most parental vitamins contain except the form of iron this has does not cause as much constipation. That is one of the most common thing pregnant women have to go through, which is mostly caused by the iron that we take. I ran out of my first bottle of prenatal pills and a google search led me to trying this one. I am glad I did! Also, instead of one pill, you have to take 3 of these a day. As we all know, our body does not absorb 100% of what we eat, including multivitamins. Instead of take 3 capsules all at once, I take 1 gel capsule with each meal. By separating the times I take the the capsule, I hope it gets absorbed more. Just remember when you do this to take a total of 3 gel capsules per day. That should total to one serving

6 persons found it helpful

Perfect supplement for nursing mothers!

I was suffering from some post-pardom depression and a friend suggested taking these pre-natals. It was night and day difference! My energy came back, my mood swings were greatly reduced, and my outlook on life was better! I didn't realize all my body was lacking! sooooooo happy to have found these

6 persons found it helpful

Hair grows fast

I've taken these prenatal vitamins with the okay for my doctor for 30 plus years. My hair grows so fast and it's always soaked in shining. I also had a hysterectomy and these same to have help balance me out. I just think we should head back. Do as I did and get the okay from your doctor first if you're not pregnant

6 persons found it helpful

NOW Supplements Prenatal Gels + DHA

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77 Reviews

Where is the Warning? Prenatal that may cause birth defects, uterine contractions, liver damage

Not methylated form of folate

High quality prenatal

Be aware – Three capsules daily

Fantastic Multivitamin

Not just for pregnancy and breastfeeding!

Now Foods Prenatal Gels DHA

Less constipation!

Perfect supplement for nursing mothers!

Hair grows fast