During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, your body needs extra calcium for your growing fetus and newborn. What you probably don't know is that calcium benefits a lot more than just your bones and pays off well beyond pregnancy.
Vitamin D is a key prenatal vitamin. As research has found, children whose mothers get plenty of vitamin D during pregnancy have bigger, stronger bones. Here are some ideas to help you know you're getting enough.
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