It is for these reasons that there has been such an explosion in research looking at the health benefits of prenatal prebiotic supplementation for both mother and baby . And this research is turning up some important evidence showing that mothers taking specific probiotics during pregnancy have babies that have a sizable reduction in their risk for some common childhood issues , such as allergies and eczema . As Australian researchers recently reported in the journal Diabetes and Pregnancy , “ Probiotic supplementation could help to regulate the unbalanced microflora composition observed in obesity and diabetes … There are indications for a protective role in preeclampsia , gestational diabetes mellitus , vaginal infections , maternal and infant weight gain and allergic diseases .”
Probiotics are a safe and effective way of enhancing the diversity and health of the microbiome in pregnant women . Probiotics given prenatally are an important way for mothers to safeguard their health during their pregnancy as well as the health of their babies . Oral probiotics are safe during pregnancy and should be continued through lactation as well . Research into the effects of oral probiotics in terms of health benefits conferred to the baby through breast milk are in their early stages , but the results that have been revealed in animals are very compelling . Healthier moms make healthier breast milk , and probiotics are certainly one important way for lactating women to remain healthy .
Finally , it ’ s always important to recognize that , while probiotics are an effective way to enhance the health of the gut bacteria , prebiotic fiber also nurtures the good probiotic organisms that are already present . So , in addition to a good probiotic supplement , women should consider adding a good prebiotic supplement to their daily regimens during pregnancy as well as during lactation .
Optimum Prenatal Care Dr . Formulated Prenatal Once Daily
Optimum prenatal care consists of three steps : 1 . Take a premium prenatal multi containing folate 2 . Supplement with DHA omega-3 fish oil 3 . Take prenatal probiotics
For step number three , Dr . Perlmutter created this unique formula with probiotics clinically shown to support the immune systems of mom , her developing baby and her infants . †
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration . This product is not intended to diagnose , treat , cure or prevent any disease .
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