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What All Women Should Know

Because many pregnancies are unplanned, all women who could become pregnant should take a daily multivitamin containing 0.4mg (400mcg) of folic acid.

Question of the Month

Q: I am a mother, who gave birth to a child with spina bifida 3 years ago and I am planning on having another baby. Should I increase the amount of folic acid I take this time?

Answer

Yes, having a previous pregnancy affected by a neural tube defect puts you at a higher risk of having another baby with a neural tube defect, such as spina bifida. You should consult with your doctor about this and your daily intake of folic acid should be increased to 4.0 mg, instead of 0.4 mg. This should be done through prescription.

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Can folic acid reduce autism risk?

By taking folic-acid supplements in early pregnancy, women may be able to significantly reduce the chances of their children developing autism, new research suggests....

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by JANET ST. JAMES / WFAA.com

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