The Benefits and Risks of Iron Supplementation in Pregnancy
- PMC: The Benefits and Risks of Iron Supplementation in Pregnancy
- Discusses the increased iron demands during pregnancy, the role of iron in fetal and maternal health, and the benefits of iron supplementation.
Daily oral iron supplementation during pregnancy
- PMC: Daily oral iron supplementation during pregnancy
- Reviews the effectiveness of iron and folic acid supplementation in reducing anemia and iron deficiency during pregnancy, and provides recommendations on dosages.
The Importance of Iron Tablets During Pregnancy
- My Expert Midwife: The Importance of Iron Tablets During Pregnancy
- Explains why iron is crucial during pregnancy, the recommended daily intake, and the importance of combining supplements with a healthy diet.
Iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy: Prevention tips
- Mayo Clinic: Iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy: Prevention tips
- Provides information on the risks of iron deficiency anemia, prevention strategies, and the importance of iron in pregnancy.
Why women should 'pump iron' supplements during pregnancy
- UT Southwestern Medical Center: Why women should 'pump iron' supplements during pregnancy
- Discusses the increased blood volume and iron needs during pregnancy and the benefits of iron supplementation.
Iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy
- University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust: Iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy
- Provides NHS guidance on iron deficiency anemia, its treatment, and the importance of iron supplements.
Iron Nutrition During Pregnancy
- NCBI: Iron Nutrition During Pregnancy
- Details the increased iron requirements for the growing fetus and placenta, and the maternal red cell mass during pregnancy.
Daily iron and folic acid supplementation during pregnancy
- World Health Organization: Daily iron and folic acid supplementation during pregnancy
- Highlights the global prevalence of anemia in pregnant women and the benefits of daily iron and folic acid supplementation.

Antenatal Class Questions: When should I take my iron supplements in pregnancy?

Think vitamin C, early mornings, and with an empty tummy.