Iron (a v. important nutrient) isn’t just about energy levels in pregnancy (though that relentless exhaustion? Totally valid). Iron plays a much bigger role—it impacts your baby’s oxygen supply, the development of the placenta, and even birth outcomes.

Here’s the kicker: up to 80% of women enter pregnancy already low in iron (refer source in footer). That means many are already starting from a depleted place, and the demands of pregnancy only increase the need for this vital mineral.

Why I Don’t Always Reach for the Usual Iron Supplements

Traditional synthetic iron supplements can be rough on the gut—cue constipation, nausea, and a whole lot of “no thank you.” That’s why I often suggest wholefood-based liver capsules instead.

They’re gentle on digestion, highly absorbable, and come packed with a range of pregnancy-supportive nutrients:

• Heme iron – the most bioavailable form of iron

• Vitamin B12

• Folate

• Choline

• Zinc, copper & protein

• Preformed vitamin A – in safe, food-based amounts

But Iron Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

Your iron needs depend on so many factors—your diet, supplement routine, symptoms, and blood test results. That’s why I always recommend a 1:1 nutrition consultation (I can help with that) to get the full picture before diving into supplementation.

Still, if you’re looking for a clean, effective, and easy-to-digest way to support your iron levels, I personally love and use Chief Nutrition’s Liver Capsules.

They’re made from grass-fed Aussie beef liver and contain zero fillers or nasties—just the real deal. Plus, they make staying consistent with [real] iron intake so much easier.

✨ Use my code MOTHERNURTURED at checkout to get a discount when you order your Chief Beef Liver Capsules here.

Your Energy. Your Pregnancy. Your Nourishment. Supported.

[study] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4989769/
[study] https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iron-HealthProfessional/