A gentle and effective daily multi- for women who are trying to conceive, are pregnant, or are nursing.A well-researched multi- formulated to nourish mom and support baby’s development, from pre-conception through nursing.* It’s made without the additives and coatings found in mainstream prenatal supplements.Pre-conception, pregnancy, and nursing are critical times to optimize a mother's health and nutrition, which is important for both for mom and baby. Overall nutritional and caloric needs greatly increase during this time. However, it is often difficult for a woman to fulfill her daily nutrient needs through diet alone. Thorne’s Basic Prenatal is specifically formulated with the special needs of conception, pregnancy, and breastfeeding in mind.* Our formula contains well-absorbed, tissue-ready vitamins and minerals that are gentle on the stomach and non-constipating.*Benefits of Thorne’s Basic Prenatal at each stage:  Pre-ConceptionDaily multi-vitamin/mineral support for a woman of childbearing age.Provides beneficial nutrients that are important from the moment of conception.First TrimesterFolate facilitates healthy brain and spinal cord development.* Basic Prenatal includes the bioactive form of folate – 5-MTHF.Vitamins C, B6, and K have been shown to benefit “morning sickness.”*Choline supports development of baby’s brain and nervous system.*Second TrimesterContains the well-absorbed and well-researched iron bisglycinate to meet a pregnant woman’s increased need for iron. Third TrimesterProvides the extra nutrients needed for continued healthy fetal development and to prepare mom and baby for birth.* After Pregnancy through NursingNutritional support for increased demand for calcium and vitamin D in the diet.Thorne's logo, text, trademarks, graphics, videos and photo images are the property of Thorne and are used with permission. Copyright © 2023*FDA Disclaimer: The information about this product and statements made are provided by the manufacturer, except customer reviews which are not evaluated. See www.thorne.com for information about the relationship between this product and any claims made. Results may vary from person to person based on body size and other factors, and the effectiveness is not guaranteed for you. Always seek the advice of your healthcare professional about taking dietary, nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplements.