The Female Prenatal (Monthly Subscription)

Choosing the best prenatal vitamins depends on individual health needs, dietary preferences, and any specific recommendations from your healthcare provider. However, there are several key nutrients that are important for most women to look for in a prenatal vitamin: Folate, Vitamin D, COQ10, Choline, Inositol, and Iron.

When selecting a prenatal vitamin, it's important to consider factors such as ingredient quality, the inclusion of essential nutrients, and your ability to take it on a daily basis. It's also important to remember that prenatal vitamins are supplements to a healthy diet and not a substitute for good nutrition. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats is crucial during pregnancy.

Obstetricians and gynecologists (OB/GYNs) typically recommend prenatal vitamins that contain key nutrients essential for the health of both the mother and the developing baby. While specific brand recommendations can vary among healthcare providers, most OB/GYNs agree on the importance of the following nutrients in prenatal vitamins: Folate, Iron, Vitamin D, Choline, and Iodine.

Yes, Non-pregnant individuals can take prenatal vitamins. In fact, it's often recommended for women who are planning to conceive or those who are postpartum. Prenatal vitamins can help build up essential nutrients, which is crucial in the very early stages of pregnancy, often before a woman knows she's pregnant. They can also be beneficial for overall health, hair, and nail strength due to the higher levels of certain vitamins and minerals. It's important to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

All Trimesters Are Important: Prenatal vitamins are important throughout the entire pregnancy for different reasons. However, certain nutrients are particularly crucial at specific stages.

First Trimester: This is a critical time for the development of the neural tube (which becomes the brain and spinal cord), making folate extremely important.

Second and Third Trimesters: Nutrients like iron, choline and DHA become increasingly important as the baby grows and develops bones, blood cells, and brain tissue.

Before Pregnancy: Ideally, starting prenatal vitamins before conception is beneficial for building up nutrient stores and supporting fetal development from the earliest stages of pregnancy.

Prenatal Vitamins are designed to provide a comprehensive range of nutrients, including folic acid/folate, that are important for pregnancy. They are beneficial for ensuring you're getting a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals needed for both your health and the baby's development. Folate at a minimum does of 400mcg/day is the only thing required for women to take while preparing to concieve and during pergnancy as it has been show to help prevent neural tube defects.

Yes, it is generally safe for non-pregnant individuals to take prenatal vitamins, but with some considerations:

Nutrient Levels: Prenatal vitamins are formulated to meet the increased nutritional needs of pregnant women. They typically contain higher levels of certain nutrients like iron and folate. For non-pregnant individuals, these higher levels are usually not necessary and, in some cases, might exceed the recommended daily intake for these nutrients.

Fertility Planning: Taking prenatal vitamins is often recommended for women who are planning to become pregnant. Starting them before conception helps build up necessary nutrient stores, especially folate, which is crucial for fetal development in the earliest stages of pregnancy.

Prenatal vitamins are specifically formulated to supply essential nutrients that are important during pregnancy and also while trying to concieve.

Ideally, you should start taking prenatal vitamins before you become pregnant (up to 6 months before). This helps ensure that your body has the nutrients it needs right from the start of pregnancy, especially during the early stages when critical development is occurring.

Generally, prenatal vitamins do not have a direct effect on the menstrual cycle. They are designed to provide nutrients and do not contain hormones that would typically influence menstrual cycles. If you notice changes in your menstrual cycle while taking prenatal vitamins, it's likely due to other factors. It's important to discuss any significant changes with your healthcare provider.

Prenatal vitamins are specifically designed to provide essential nutrients needed during pregnancy and do not contain hormones. Therefore, they do not directly affect your hormonal balance.

The best time to take prenatal vitamins is when you are most likely to remember and when they agree best with your body. Some people prefer to take them in the morning, while others find that taking them at night helps reduce nausea.

If you forget to take your prenatal vitamins for an extended period, such as a month, it’s important to start taking them again as soon as you remember. Do not try to compensate for missed doses by taking extra vitamins; just resume your regular dosing schedule. If you have concerns about missing your prenatal vitamins for an extended period, discuss this with your healthcare provider. They can offer guidance and reassurance and check if there's any need for additional supplementation or dietary adjustments.

Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9 found in foods, while folic acid is the synthetic form used in supplements and fortified foods. Both are effective at increasing the body's level of folate, which is crucial for preventing neural tube defects in the developing fetus. For those with MTHFR mutations or who prefer a more natural form, prenatal vitamins with 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (such as the Female Prenatal by Link), the active form of folate, might be a better option.

It’s never too late to start taking prenatal vitamins. While the first trimester is crucial for certain developments, such as the neural tube, the second and third trimesters also have critical nutritional needs.

The Female Prenatal by Link is a 100% GMO free, 100% artificial color and flavor free, Gluten free, and Vegan. On top of this it provides high quality ingredients and evidence based doses.

The Female Prenatal by Link is a prenatal powder that is gentle on the stomach, our formula is ideal for nighttime use, formulated to ease pregnancy-related nausea and stress. Every serving provides an essential blend of nutrients, meticulously chosen for you and your baby's well-being.

Link is right for you if you are trying to get pregnant or if you are pregnant. It is formualted to support all women who are pregnant or trying to concieve, and it is espeically helpful for women who are looking for extra stress support, nausea prevention, egg quality and ovualtion support. However, it is always best to check with your own health care provider who knows your personal health history to help you decide what's right for you.

The Female Prenatal by Link was expertly formulated by a team of Naturopathic and Medical Doctors. This collaboration ensures comprehensive coverage of the health spectrum. The formulation features premium quality ingredients at scientifically-supported doses, designed to provide effective nutritional support for both expecting and new mothers. Please refer to our ingredient comparison table to see how Link stacks up against other prenatals.

Please refer to our ingredient comparison table to see how Link stacks up against all other prenatals multi vitamins.

The Female Prenatal by Link was expertly formulated by a team of Naturopathic and Medical Doctors. This collaboration ensures comprehensive coverage of the health spectrum. The formulation features premium quality ingredients at scientifically-supported doses, designed to provide effective nutritional support for both expecting and new mothers.

Link is formulated to help you concieve, have a healthy pregnancy and support stress and nausea along the way. It contains science backed nutrients in theraputic doses to ensure mama and baby are well nourished while preparing for conception and during pregnancy. It includes ingredients help to support egg quality, hormone balance and healthy ovulation to support fertiltiy and to help prevent birth defects, baby's healthy development, and help prevent issues that commonly arrise for mom during pregnancy.

The Female Prenatal by Link is for women trying to conceive, women who are currently pregnant, and women who are postpartum.

Mix 1 scoop of the Female Prenatal by Link into 8oz - 16oz of cool water. The more water you use, the more diluted the taste will be so it is 100% up to your preference. Although the mix contains Ginger and Vitamin B6 to help combat nausea, we also recommend taking it at night after dinner which also helps reduce nausea.

Yes! Link should not interfere with any specific diets and is tested to be gluten and dairy free. However, Link is not tested for nuts. While it does not contain nuts and is processed in a nut free facility, we cannot make any guarantees.

Prenatal vitamins should be taken away from medications, espeically thyroid and blood pressure medications as well as antidepressants, sedatives and antibiotics. Prenatal vitamins are generally safe to combine with other supplements, but be sure to check with your own health care provider.

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Link is shelf-stable meaning is does not need to be refridgerated. Do not throw out the silica and oxygen-scrubber packs. Please store in a cool, dry place with the bag sealed completely.

Yes, consistent daily intake of the Female Prenatal by Link ensures that you are getting a steady supply of essential nutrients that are crucial for both your health and the development of your baby. If you are experiencing nausea and need to try taking a 1/2 dose, link is formulated so you recieve all the essentials in this as well.

You are welcome to take the Female Prenatal by Link in the morning but if nausea is an issue for you, it is helpful to follow our recommendation and take your Link prental after dinner or before bed.

To ensure optimal iron absoprtion, it's ideal to wait at least 30 minutes after drinking Link to drink coffee.

To ensure optimal iron absoprtion, it's ideal to wait at least 30 minutes after drinking Link to consume high calcium foods.

Yes! Link is strawberry lemonade falvour and our favourite smoothie recipe to add it to is: 1 scoop of Link Prenatal + 1 cup of plain or coconut water (for extra electrolytes!) + 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries + 1 big handful of fresh or frozen spinach (for added iron + greens!) + 2 tbsp hemp hearts (for protein!) - add 1 tsp of fresh or frozen ginger + a squeeze of lemon juice (or lemonade) for added anti-nausea support!

The Female Prenatal by Link formula is opimtimized for one scoop per day, taking more than one scoop per day is not recommended.

Yes it is! Link is shelf-stable meaning it does not need to be kept in the fridge.

Nope! Link is essentially a high quality multivitamin. You can take a break from your regular multivitamin, you do not need to take both.

Link Prenatal will have an expiry date on the bag to guide you for best use for optimal safety and efficacy for an unopened, sealed bag! An opened bag of Link Prenatal should be well sealed and stored in a cool dry place, and consumed within 60 days of opening.

Link Prenatal contains your daily requirements for folate, iron, B vitamins, zinc and magneisum. This would replace a daily multivitamin and the need for additional magneisum, iron, zinc and B vitamin supplementation, unless otherwise advised by your health care provider. It would not replace supplements such as fish oils, probitoics, or other supplements not listed in on Link's nutrition panel.

Yes you can! Feel free to mix it into your favourite lemonade or let us know your favourite way to drink your Link!

We polled moms and moms-to-be across the US and our Strawberry Lemonade flavor beat out all other options.

Every ingredient in the Female Prenatal by Link's formula is backed by research, on our product page (linked here), you will be able to see all the ingredients along with all the supporting research papers.

Link was created by a team of experts who are passionate about the science behind fertility health and the pregnancy journey. The team consists of Naturopathic and Medical Doctors along with a few others who work on the website, logistics, and marketing side of the operation.

At Link Fertility, we are pursuing prenatal perfection, our formula evolves with the latest scientific discoveries so future and new mothers receive the most effective nutritional support.

Link Prenatal has 12 calories/serving

Calcium is not included in Link's formula to ensure optimal iron absorption. While pregnant, enjoy foods high in calcium daily (such as almonds, leafy greens and dairy) or taking a calcium supplement away from Link (at leat 30 mins after) is recommended help support the health development if your baby's bones! Infact, taking a liquid calcium-magneisum supplement can be help for reflux as well (think a healthier version of TUMS + added nutritional support for you + baby!). Enjoying a high fiber diet (including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, chia seeds, ground flax seeds and psyllium husk) is also reccomended to support fertiltiy, gut health and constipation both while trying to concieve and during pregnancy.

The Female Prenatal by Link is Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and does not include any artificial colors of flavors.

Yes, if you are intermittent fasting, the Female Prenatal by Link is right for you but we would recommend taking if after your last meal.

Yes, the Female Prenatal by Link is generally safe for athletes who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. In fact, due to their increased physical activity, athletes might have unique nutritional needs that Link can help support.

Whether a prenatal vitamin is safe to take with doctor-prescribed medication depends on the specific medication and your individual health circumstances. In general, it's recommended to consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, if you are taking prescribed medications

Yes, Link is safe to take while breastfeeding.

The Female Prenatal by Link sources the highest quality ingredients from the US. Our full ingredient list can be found on our product page, here.

Link is formulated to help you have a have a healthy pregnancy and support stress and nausea along the way. It also contains ingredients that have been shown to support healthy ovulataion and to support egg quality to help you concieve if these are issues contributing to challenges in your fertiltiy journey. However, it is always best to consult your health care provider to ensure you are ruling out underlying conitions that may need alternative treatment to make sure you are getting the care you need and choosing the supports that are right for you. Hormone supports and the fertility journey are individual and cannot necessarily be treated with a one-size-fits-all formula. (i would take this line out because I don't think we need it and may make patients question on whether they would benefit from the supplement)

Link Prenatal should be taken for a minimum of 3 months in advance of trying to concieve to start to see benefits.

Many women taking a prenatal vitamin, including Link, may not feel any differences and this is totally normal! However, if there are concerns you are struggling with always be sure to consult your health care provider to ensure you are getting the support you need.

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Link contains a blend of B. Lactis, L. Fermentum, L. Rhamnosus, B. Infantis, L. Reuteri, B. Longum, B. Breve, L. Plantarum, L. Acidophilus, L. Helveticus

Extracts are potent concentrations of active compounds derived from natural sources such as plants, fruits, or herbs. By using extracts, we can ensure that the product contains a higher concentration of beneficial compounds or flavors, which may offer enhanced efficacy and taste compared to using raw or less concentrated forms.

Link contains 1g of organic raw cane sugar per serving to help improve bloodflow and electrolyte balance. Link also contains Monk Fruit extract which is a natural, no calorie sweetner that will not spike your blood sugar.

Yes it is! Link it testsed for arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury.

Natural Flavors and Dyes: We source our natural flavors and colorings directly from the fruits and vegetables they originate from. For example, our citric acid is derived exclusively from lemons, ensuring a fresh, tangy kick. Similarly, our strawberry and lemonade flavors are obtained from real strawberries and lemons through a natural extraction process that retains the vibrant essence of the original fruit.

Vetted Suppliers: We carefully select our suppliers based on stringent criteria that include reliability, sustainability, and ethical practices. Each vendor undergoes a rigorous vetting process to ensure they meet our high standards for quality and environmental responsibility.

Batch Testing: Before any ingredient is used in our products, it undergoes thorough testing. This step is crucial for maintaining the quality and safety of our products. We test each batch to verify its purity and to ensure only the best ingredients make it into our final products.

The Female Prenatal by Link is 3rd Party tested to ensure that all ingredients listed are provided at the correct doses so that you can have a peace of mind with your prenatal.

Your subscription includes a 30 day supply of the Female Prenatal by Link and peace of mind knowing that you will have your next months supply sent to you right on time.

Link has been designed and formulated to be taken 3-5 months before, during, and post pregnancy. It's offered through our subscription program, however, you can pause or cancel at anytime during your subscription free of charge.

It’s important to us that our customers are happy and confident in their order, so your purchase is covered by our incredible 60 day money-back guarantee. If you’re not 100% satisfied, you can contact us within 60 days of your first order to initiate the process of receiving a refund for your original order.

Absolutely! We offer complete flexibility for subscribers with the ability to make changes at any time by logging into your account or by contacting our team. Our flexible options give you full control over: delivery address, next order date, cancellations, etc. We're here to bring a peace of mind to your pregnancy journey so you never need to stress about your subscription.

Yes! You can cancel your subscription at any time by logging into your online account or by contacting our team by email at team@linkfertility.com

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Updating the billing address for your subscription is easy. Start by logging in to your account. Your subscription must be active to update your Billing Address.

1. If you’re on a mobile device, click the drop-down menu towards the top of the page and then click Your Details. If you’re on a desktop, in the top navigation menu click Your Details

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1. In your account, click on the Shipping Address section

2. Click the Edit Address button

3. Enter your adjustments and click Save Address

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In your account, click the Cancel subscription link

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