When you’re pregnant, suddenly every box of tablets looks important.
Iron. Calcium. Folic acid. Maybe a multivitamin or two.

You nod along as your doctor prescribes them — but inside, you're wondering:
“Do I really need all this?”

The answer is: Yes. But not blindly.
Let’s break down why these three — iron, calcium, and folic acid — matter more than ever right now.

Iron – For Oxygen, Energy, and Baby’s Growth

When you’re pregnant, your body makes 50% more blood than usual. Iron helps you do that.

If you’re low on iron, you may feel:

• Weak or tired all the time
• Dizzy or breathless
• Pale, cold, or cranky (and not just from hormones)

What iron does:

• Builds hemoglobin for both mom and baby
• Supports placenta and umbilical cord
• Prevents premature delivery or low birth weight 

Sources:

Spinach, methi, ragi, dates, jaggery, red meat, dry fruits

At Maternite, our female doctor gynaecologist always checks iron levels early — not to scare you, but to guide you. Small drops can make a big difference.

Calcium – For Strong Bones (Theirs and Yours)

Your baby is building a full skeleton inside you.
If there isn’t enough calcium in your diet, your body starts pulling it from your own bones and teeth.

What calcium does:

• Builds baby’s bones, teeth, and heart
• Prevents cramps, back pain, and joint aches
• Lowers risk of high BP in pregnancy

Sources:
Milk, paneer, curd, ragi, almonds, sesame, leafy greens

You don’t need to chug glasses of milk — a balanced diet and simple supplements go a long way.

Folic Acid – The Unsung Hero (Start Early!)

Even before you know you’re pregnant, folic acid plays a crucial role.

What folic acid does:

• Prevents neural tube defects (like spina bifida)
• Supports early brain and spinal cord development
• Helps make red blood cells

Sources:
Green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, beans, whole grains, supplements

Doctors usually start folic acid even before conception, and continue it through early pregnancy.

That’s why moms trust Maternite Hospital — not just for delivery, but for planning pregnancy right. It’s also why we’re one of the best hospitals for pregnancy in Jaipur.

Final Thought

These nutrients aren’t just pills on your nightstand — they’re part of the blueprint your baby is being built from.

You don’t need to memorize formulas or count milligrams.
You just need the right doctor who watches your numbers, listens to your concerns, and guides your meals as much as your medicines.

That’s what we do at Maternite — and that’s why moms across the city call us the best gynaecologist doctor in Jaipur for care that’s complete, not clinical.