my gynae told me to stop taking it when i reached 2nd tri but i continue with it until 1-2 mths b4 i delivered, cos i bought a box from pharmacy, dont wanna waste it. haha.
I've been taking iron + folic acid since 2007 n I nv stop taking it. Folic acid is highly essential for brain development ESP during e 1st tri. But iron n folic acid (oso known s Vit B9) is essential for formation of our red blood cells. Which means everydays needs. Tats y I nv stop my intake. Even nw, my baby has started her supplements when she Is 3mths but I crush into powdered form n add to my breastmilk in her every feeding. Cos her PD said mux take supplements worh