Here’s an interesting statistic!
At present approximately half of all Irish babies are unplanned, quite a significant number!
Unfortunately bubs don’t really care whether they’re a surprise or not...
And they start developing straight away. In fact just a few weeks into your pregnancy, your baby’s spine and brain have already begun to take shape. At this point, bub needs extra folic acid for their developing brain and spine.
In a lot of cases, women aren’t even aware of their pregnancy until after this crucial development period has already commenced.
But, let’s face it... if you’re a sexually active woman there’s always a lingering chance you could get pregnant, despite any preventative measures you may or may not be taking.
So, if such a scenario were to unfold, do you think your body would be ready?
To help safeguard your baby from Neural Tube Defects (NTDs) such as Spina Bifida, pre-emptive action is required.
Folic Acid is a key element in assisting the development of a baby’s brain and spine, while also reducing the risk of neural tube defects like Spina Bifida. The condition currently affects about one in every 1000 children born in Ireland every year, one of the highest rates in the world.
Making Folic Acid a part of your daily routine will greatly reduce the chances your baby has of developing a neural tube defect.
Whether you’re aware they’re in there or not....
For more facts about Folic Acid head to safefood.eu!
Happy Folic-ing!
It’s a thing...
Stella doesn't have everything sussed, but she does take her folic acid tablets every day! from MC Media Content on Vimeo.
