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Breastfeeding Tips and Advice

Information, support and lifestyle advice to help you successfully breastfeed.

  1. Learn techniques & troubleshoot common concerns

  2. Build your support team

  3. Rest and hydrate to maintain supply

  4. Develop a breastfeeding friendly diet

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Pregnancy and preconception

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5 Step Plan to Boost your Preconception Health

Get yourself in tip top baby making shape with our 5 step action plan.

  1. Talk to your health care provider

  2. Adopt conception friendly diet and exercise habits

  3. Stock up on supplements

  4. Learn to manage stress

  5. Look at your partner's health and lifestyle

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Pregnancy and preconception

Everything to Know About Getting Off Contraception to Conceive

Wondering how your contraceptive might impact any future plans you have around falling pregnant? To help out, we’ve answered a handful of commonly asked questions.

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How to Choose a Prenatal Vitamin & Why It Matters?

It is very common for pregnant mothers to need to lean on a prenatal vitamin during this time. Explore the different types and find the best one for you.

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Pregnancy and preconception

Blackmores I-Folic™

A combination of iodine and folic acid, both important preconception & pregnancy nutrients.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.

$24.99

Blackmores I-Folic™ is a convenient one-a day dose of folic acid and iodine, in a small, easy to swallow tablet.

One bottle will provide you with a 5-month supply of these two essential nutrients.

Potassium iodide (iodine 150 microgram) 196.2 microgram

Iodine is an essential trace element and is an integral part of the thyroid hormone, thyroxine, required for normal growth and metabolism. An adequate intake of iodine is particularly important for pregnant and breastfeeding women when infants are entirely dependent on their mother's intake of iodine for normal growth and brain development. Foods containing iodine include seawater fish, shellfish, seaweeds and iodised salt.

Folic acid 500 microgram

A water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into it's active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 tablet a day with a meal, or as professionally prescribed

  • Always read the label and follow the directions for use
  • Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
  • Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particular in your first trimester
  • Do not exceed the stated dose except on medical advice. If you have had a baby with a neural tube defect/spina bifida, seek specific medical advice
  • Always talk to your health professional before taking multiple products for pregnancy
  • Not to be taken with Blackmores Conceive Well Gold, Blackmores Pregnancy & Breast-Feeding Gold, Blackmores Folate, or other folic acid containing supplements
  • If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
  • Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional

Pregnancy and preconception

Blackmores Conceive Well™ Gold

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A formulation of essential nutrients to help prepare for healthy conception.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.

$47.99

Blackmores Conceive Well™ Gold provides essential nutrients, including folic acid, iodine, iron, and omega-3 needed for healthy pre-conception.

Potassium iodide (iodine 150 microgram) 197 microgram

Iodine is an essential trace element and is an integral part of the thyroid hormone, thyroxine, required for normal growth and metabolism. An adequate intake of iodine is particularly important for pregnant and breastfeeding women when infants are entirely dependent on their mother's intake of iodine for normal growth and brain development. Foods containing iodine include seawater fish, shellfish, seaweeds and iodised salt.

Folic acid 500 microgram

A water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into it's active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Cupric sulfate anhydrous (copper 1.3 mg) 3.3 mg

Copper is a mineral involved in a number of functions in the body including haemoglobin production and the utilisation of glucose and iron. Food sources of copper include oysters, other shellfish and legumes.

Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 1.5 mg

Riboflavin (vitamijn B2) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in ATP production and the metabolism of many of the other B group vitamins. Food sources include almonds, mushrooms and wild rice. Vitamin B2 supplements may change urine colour to bright yellow.This is harmless and temporary.

Thiamine nitrate (thiamine, vitamin B1 1.2 mg) 1.5 mg

Thiamine (vitamin B1) is a water-soluble nutrient required for converting carbohydrates into energy. Food sources include whole grains, beans, nuts, sunflower seeds, pork and beef.

Manganese sulfate monohydrate (manganese 5 mg) 15.4 mg

Manganese is an essential trace mineral that is a co-factor in many of the body's enzymes, including superoxide dismutase. Manganese can be found in hazelnuts, blackberries, pineapple, lentils, beans and whole grains.

Zinc sulfate monohydrate (zinc 15 mg) 41.6 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Nicotinamide 20 mg

Also called niacin; nicotinamide (vitamin B3) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in energy production and carbohydrate metabolism. Legumes, peanuts, wheat bran, and fish are all sources of vitamin B3.

Ferrous fumarate (iron 24 mg) 75.4 mg

Iron is an essential mineral and an important component of proteins, such as haemoglobin, involved in oxygen transport and metabolism. Iron containing foods include lean red meat, poultry, fish, oysters, dried fruit, legumes, beetroot, whole grains and tofu.

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (pyridoxine, vitamin B6 41.2 mg) 50 mg

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in the production of proteins, neurotransmitters and haemoglobin. Whole grains, legumes, bananas, seeds, nuts and potatoes are good sources of vitamin B6.

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) 50 microgram

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) is an essential water-soluble nutrient needed for protein and DNA synthesis, folate metabolism, and red blood cell production. Food sources of vitamin B12 include egg yolk, fish, beef, milk and cheese.

Heavy magnesium oxide (magnesium 200 mg) 350 mg

Magnesium is an essential nutrient that plays a role in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body and plays a role in a large number of biological processes. Magnesium containing foods include green leafy vegetables, nuts, cocoa and whole grains.

Ascorbic acid 200 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

Calcium ascorbic dihydrate (ascorbic acid, vitamin C 300 mg) 363 mg

Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

Total vitamin C 500 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

Selenomethionine (selenium 65 microgram) 161 micrograms

Selenium is a trace element that acts a cofactor of antioxidant enzymes. Selenium makes it's way into the food chain through incorporation into plants from soil, leading to a variation in the amount of selenium in human adults around the world depending on the selenium content of the soils and crops in different locations. Selenium food sources include brewer's yeast, wheat germ, fish, seafood, Brazil nuts and garlic.

Biotin 100 microgram

Biotin is a water-soluble nutrient belonging to the B group vitamins. Food sources of biotin include cheese, cauliflower and eggs.

Calcium pantothenate (pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 4.6 mg) 5 mg

Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is involved in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates for energy production. Vitamin B5 is found in sunflower seeds, peas, beans (except green beans), poultry and whole grains.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 capsule and 1 tablet once a day, or as professionally prescribed. Take with food. Ideally taken up to six months before conception.

Once you fall pregnant stop using this product and switch to Blackmores Pregnancy and Breast-Feeding Gold.

  • Always read the label and follow the directions for use
  • Additional supplements may be needed when you are pregnant, discuss your individual requirements with your health professional
  • Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
  • Do not exceed the stated dose except on medical advice. If you have had a baby with a neural tube defect you should seek specific medical advice
  • Do not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice
  • This medicine contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150 micrograms for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded
  • Once you fall pregnant stop using this product and switch to Blackmores Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Gold
  • Advise your doctor of any medicine you take during pregnancy, particularly in your first trimester. If you are concerned about the health of yourself or your baby, talk to your health practitioner
  • If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
  • Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional
  • WARNING - Stop taking this medication if you experience tingling, burning or numbness and see your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible. (Contains vitamin B6)
  • Contains fish, soya bean products and sulfites
Key Nutrients For Preconception

While Folic Acid and Iodine are the most well-known vitamins to get more of while you're trying to get pregnant, there are a few other key vitamins and minerals that are essential for healthy preconception.

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Pregnancy health

When you’re pregnant looking after your health is more important than ever. A healthy diet and lifestyle optimises your own wellbeing and that of your baby, and prepares your body for labour.

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