How long before folic acid builds up in your system?

Question

I'm 1DPO, and if I'm pregnant this month should I begin taking prenatal/folic acid vitamins now? Also, would taking B vitamins be beneficial as well?

Answer 1

I agree, if you are ttc you should have already started taking folic acid and prenatals.  I would recommened that you start asap.

B vitamins can help certain areas of ttc, but only really need to be taken on a need basis,  eg: I am taking B6 to increase my luteal phase.

Good Luck and babydust!

Answer 2

If you are trying to conceive, you should start taking folic acid or prenatal vitamins now. Doctors recommend to be on it for at least 3 months before getting pregnant to help fight against birth defects.

B vitamins can also help, but aren't necessary.

Answer 3

folic acid when not needed is flushed out of your body. Good Luck in getting pregnant x*x

Answer 4

There was an article on Yahoo! a while back that taking folic acid for at least a year before getting pregnant may supposedly lessen the risk of miscarriage... However, they all say to take it 3 months before trying.