Pregnacare Breast-Feeding 84 Tablets / Capsules

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  With DHA which contributes to normal development of brain & eyes in breast-fed infants² Expert nutrition for breast-feeding mums

  Pregnacare Breast-feeding is specially formulated to help support the nutritional requirements of new mothers throughout the postnatal period and while breast-feeding. During this time a healthy, varied diet is vital for new mothers, to help produce nutritious breast milk and maintain their own health and wellbeing.

  Postnatal micronutrient tablets Carefully formulated by experts, including: - 700mg calcium, vitamins K & D, zinc and magnesium which contribute to the maintenance of normal bones. - Calcium and vitamin K which contribute to normal blood clotting. - Vitamin B6, niacin, iron and magnesium which contribute to normal energy release. - Includes 10g vitamin D as recommended by the Department of Health for all women while breast-feeding. - Tablets produced to high GMP³ quality. High purity Omega-3 capsules - Maternal intake of DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) contributes to the normal brain and eye development of breast-fed infants². - Infants have limited capability to synthesize fatty acids, which therefore must be obtained directly from external sources such as the mother's milk. - Each capsule provides 300mg DHA, the level recommended by international experts (ISSFAL) for mums during lactation.

  When is Pregnacare Breast-feeding recommended?

  Pregnacare Breast-feeding provides comprehensive multivitamin support combined with calcium & Omega-3 fatty acids, which are especially important at this time. - The ideal postnatal supplement for the 12 months following childbirth, to help ensure optimum levels of nutrients. - Can be taken whether or not you are breast-feeding and can be used for as long as required.

  This comprehensive formula replaces other Pregnacare supplements and multivitamins. There is no need to take an additional multivitamin. - To maintain health throughout breast-feeding as the intake recommendations of certain nutrients are increased during lactation. Maternal breast-feeding is strongly recommended for the newborn baby as it provides essential nutrients and antibodies for long term health. - To help maintain normal bone health in mothers who avoid dairy products and for breast-feeding mothers.

  Contains the recommended 10µg vitamin D3 & the RNI of 700mg calcium (Reference Nutrient Intake). 84 Tabs/Caps (28 days supply) Postnatal vitamin and mineral tablets with calcium plus Omega-3 capsules 1. The pregnancy supplement brand midwives recommend most. 2. A beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200mg DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake of omega-3 fatty acids for adults. 3. Good Manufacturing Practice. 4. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, Vol. 18, No. 5, 487-489 (1999). Pregnacare supports: Bliss for babies born premature or sick Bliss is a charity registered in England & Wales (1002973) and Scotland (SC040878) Also available: For Your New Arrival Wellbaby Multi-vitamin Drops with 10ug vitamin D

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  Two (2) Pregnacare® Breast-Feeding tablets per day, plus one (1) omega-3 capsule per day, with your main meal. Swallow with water or a cold drink. Not to be chewed. Do not exceed recommended intake. To be taken only on a full stomach. Can be started at any point after childbirth, and used for as long as required during and after breast-feeding.

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  Food supplements must not replace a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. As with other food supplements, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using if you are under medical supervision, have epilepsy, a thyroid condition, haemochromatosis, suffer from food allergies, or are allergic to any of the ingredients. Contains high purity fish oil. This product contains vitamin K and Omega-3. Those taking anticoagulants (blood thinners) should not take this product except on the advice of a doctor. If you are breastfeeding a premature baby speak to your doctor or neonatal health professional for advice before using this product. This product contains iron, which if taken in excess, may be harmful to very young children.

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  Postnatal Micronutrient tablets Ingredients Calcium Carbonate Maltodextrin Magnesium Oxide Tablet Coating (Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Polydextrose, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Talc, Glycerin, Colours [Calcium Carbonate, Iron Oxides]) Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Anti-Caking Agents: Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid & Magnesium Stearate Bulking Agent: Microcrystalline Cellulose Ferrous Fumarate Zinc Sulphate Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate) (from Soya) Crosslinked Cellulose Gum Niacin (as Nicotinamide) Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCI) Betacarotene (Antioxidant: DL-Alpha Tocopherol) Thiamin (Vitamin B1 as Mononitrate), Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Salt) Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol, Antioxidant: DL-Alpha Tocopherol) Riboflavin Copper Sulphate Vitamin K (Vitamin K1) Folic Acid (as Pteroylmonoglutamic Acid) Potassium lodide Biotin Sodium Selenate Nutrition Av. per 2 tablets % NRV† Vitamin D (as D3 400 IU) 10 µg 200 Vitamin E 20 mg ?-TE 167 Vitamin K 70 µg 93 Vitamin C 70 mg 88 Thiamin (Vitamin B1) 5 mg 455 Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 2 mg 143 Niacin (Vitamin B3) 20 mg NE 125 Vitamin B6 10 mg 714 Folic Acid 400 µg 200 Vitamin B12 6 µg 240 Biotin 150 µg 300 Pantothenic acid 6 mg 100 Calcium 700 mg 88 Magnesium 150 mg 40 Iron 16 mg 114 Zinc 15 mg 150 Copper 1000 mg 100 Selenium 30 µg 55 Iodine 150 µg 100 Betacarotene (Natural Source) 2 mg - †NRV - Nutrient Reference Value, ?g - microgram, mg - milligram, IU - International Units High Purity Omega-3 Capsules Ingredients Omega-3 Fish Oil (Docosahexaenoic Acid Concentrate) (from Fish) Capsule Shell (Pharmaceutical Grade Gelatin [Halal Bovine Source], Glycerin & Natural Flavour Lemon Oil Nutrition Av. per capsule % NRV† Omega 3 Fish Oil 600 g - Providing: DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) 300 g - EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) 60 g - †NRV - Nutrient Reference Value, ?g - microgram, mg - milligram, IU - International Units