Herbs of Gold Pregnancy Plus 1 2 3 contains a blend of vitamins, minerals and nutrients to assist with the maintenance of both the mother and the baby during preconception, pregnancy and breastfeeding. This two-a-day formula provides optimal levels of nutrients to meet the increased nutritional demands during pregnancy and breastfeeding. A subtle vanilla flavour and smell, making these tablets easy to swallow for those with taste and smell hypersensitivities during pregnancy. Iodine requirements are increased during pregnancy and adequate maternal iodine levels are important for healthy brain development. To meet the increased demands of Iodine, Iodine supplementation is recommended to be taken prior to conceiving and throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding. Folic acid, which if taken daily for one month before conception and during pregnancy, may reduce the risk of women having a child with birth defects of the brain and/or spinal cord such as the neural tube defects known as spina bifida and anencephaly. Choline is required for the healthy development of the brain and nervous system during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding. Iron requirements are increased during pregnancy and iron is necessary for the formation of haemoglobin which transports oxygen in red blood cells to the tissues. Zinc deficiency is common in pregnant and lactating women and is important for DNA replication, cell division and growth.