What supplements do you need in pregnancy?

Written by: Monalisa Deka Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Folic Acid

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Iron

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Calcium

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Vitamin D

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Vitamin B12

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A Kind Note

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SHOW US SOME

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