Calcium is an essential nutrient regardless of your fertility status, but when you’re pre- or post-natal, it’s particularly important.

In your prenatal, Calcium ensures that your baby’s bones develop and the mineral supports your own skeletal health—did you know that if you don’t consume enough Calcium during pregnancy you could be at higher risk for osteoporosis later in life? In the third trimester your baby’s bone development peaks and they need about 250 to 350 milligrams from you every day.

Postpartum, your body needs increased Calcium for a full year to support lactation, blood pressure, muscle function, blood clotting, the nervous system and hormone production (whew!). Pairing Calcium with its mineral BFF Magnesium helps to ease anxiety and muscle tension.

Note: Make sure to take this one separate from your prenatal or postpartum vitamins to ensure that the Calcium doesn’t get in the way of Iron and Folic Acid Absorption.