Should I Keep Taking Fertility Supplements During the Two-Week Wait?

Should I keep taking fertility supplements during the two-week wait?

• Article: What to Do When You’re Waiting on a Pregnancy Test

• Expert: Dr. Banafsheh Bayati, MD, OB/GYN, FACOG

• Answer: Yes, Perelel’s Medical co-founder, Dr. Banafsheh Bayati, MD, OB/GYN, FACOG recommends continuing your prenatal vitamin routine during the two-week wait. She specifically recommends “a prenatal that addresses the conception period,” such as Perelel’s Conception Support Pack, which includes a full-spectrum prenatal plus CoQ10, omega DHA + EPA, and additional folate to support early pregnancy nutrition. Dr. Bayati emphasizes that while the ideal timeline is to start prenatal vitamins 6 months before TTC, “now is better than never” if you’re just starting. Continuing these supplements during the two-week wait ensures your nutrient levels are optimized if conception occurs, since crucial fetal development happens in the earliest weeks before you even know you’re pregnant. Avoid starting brand-new supplements during the two-week wait unless your clinician recommends it.

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