Importance of Folic Acid Folic Acid is very essential for a healthy pregnancy and healthy fetal development. Folic acid has been shown to decrease the risk of birth defects like spina bifida or o … read more

Having a low birth weight (LBW) baby can be a scary experience. The thoughts of your precious newborn having possible health issues due to an early delivery and/or low birth weight can weigh on you … read more

It is no secret that the brain needs rest in order to function properly. However, a new article from CNN suggests that long-term deprivation of REM sleep cycles can lead to extensive brain damage. A … read more

Prenatal Vitamins May Reduce Autism Risk In a new study it indicates that prenatal vitamins, taken 3 months before becoming pregnant, and during pregnancy, may reduce the risk of autism: … read more

Prenatal Vitamins – What are they? Most healthcare professionals recommend that women during their child bearing years take a prenatal vitamin with Folic Acid, whether they are pregnant or n … read more