Optibac Pregnancy - 30 Caps

Unlike other friendly bacteria supplements on the market, 'Pregnancy' contains 3 high quality strains which are extensively researched in and carefully selected for pregnancy from conception through to birth, as well as for post-birth and breastfeeding.

Who is Pregnancy for?

Prenatal supplement for pregnant women from conception through to birth. Also suitable and researched during breastfeeding and the 6 months+ post birth.

Key benefits

• Each serving contains 12 billion live cultures + 30 mg FOS fibres and the billions count is guaranteed until end of expiry
• Contains well researched friendly bacteria strains which have been trialled in hundreds of pregnant women
• All three strains are scientifically proven to pass through stomach acidity and survive to reach the gut
• Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001 and Lactobacillus acidophilus La-14^® are also proven to reach the vaginal tract
• Complements your natural gut bacteria
• Maternal supplementation of L. rhamnosus HN001 may have beneficial immune effects for both mother and baby
• L. rhamnosus HN001 has been shown to stimulate immunological responses  
• Easy to take on the go – no refrigeration required
• No refrigeration necessary when stored in a cool, dry place below 25°C
• Recommended for daily use
• Winner of Janey Loves Platinum Award 2020
• From the UK’s most trusted & recommended brand of friendly bacteria supplements. As determined in an independent survey of 1000 British women+.

Available to order in one pack size of 30 capsules.

Customer Questions

All questions answered by probiotic experts Dr. Kate Stephens PhD (Food and Microbial Sciences) BSc(Hons) Medical Microbiology and Kerry Beeson BSc (Nutritional Medicine) Nutritional Therapist.

Should you take friendly bacteria in pregnancy?

Expectant mums may worry whether it's safe to take live cultures during pregnancy, especially as some other natural health supplements are not recommended at this time. However, Pregnancy contains friendly bacteria strains which have been clinically trialled in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and shown to be safe¹, so it's particularly suitable for use in pregnancy and early motherhood.

How does this supplement differ to other live cultures supplements for pregnancy?

Pregnancy contains specific strains of friendly bacteria which have extensive research to support their use all the way from conception, throughout pregnancy and into early motherhood². Other brands often use the same strains of live cultures in all of their supplements, and simply add other ingredients to differentiate how they can be used. Unlike other brands, Pregnancy contains live cultures which have been researched during pregnancy, so there's no need for any added ingredients. However, should you wish to take other prenatal supplements and vitamins, then it is fine to take your Pregnancy supplement alongside these.

What are FOS fibres?

FOS stands for Fructo-oligosaccharides and is a type of non-digestible carbohydrate. This means that it is not able to be broken down in the small intestines, and instead enters the large intestine where it is fermented by the good bacteria living there.

Now dispatching in our new look!

We are introducing new, eco-conscious packaging this year, and the new designs will update gradually from product to product to minimise any waste. Please bear with us as you may receive orders with both current and new packaging over the coming months. We hope you like the new look!

We’ve reduced the plastic in this packaging by 96%. We no longer use plastic containers.

 This supplement was previously called OptiBac ‘For pregnancy’.

Suitability

• Vegan
• No dairy
• Gluten free
• Suitable in pregnancy
• Suitable for breastfeeding
• Soy free
• Yeast free
• GMO free
• Free from artificial flavourings, colourings and preservatives
• No chemicals or parabens

Recommended use

Food supplement suitable for pregnant women from conception through to birth and for breastfeeding and non-breastfeeding women post birth with the following recommendations:

• Take 1 capsule daily, preferably with breakfast.
• For those unable to swallow capsules, open and mix contents with a cool drink / food.
• Do not exceed recommended daily dosage.
• May be taken on an ongoing basis or as professionally directed.
• For best results use daily.

Supporting Information

Morning sickness and/or nausea is a common symptom in pregnancy and therefore pregnant women often prefer taking supplements in the form of capsules. To make taking Pregnancy capsules as easy as possible, we recommend tilting the head forward to swallow the capsule. Details below:

• When swallowing tablets, it’s common to put the tablet in your mouth, drink some water and knock the head back to swallow it (i.e. look up before swallowing). Doing this uses the weight of the tablet to move it to the back of the throat and makes it easier to swallow successfully.
• With a capsule, however, this won’t work because of the air in the capsule. Instead, while the capsule and water are in the mouth, we recommend to look down before swallowing. This will buoy the capsule to the top of the water (back of the throat) and make it easier to swallow, particularly if morning sickness and/or nausea are a problem for the individual.

Advisory Information:

To ensure a healthy lifestyle, it is essential to maintain a varied and balanced diet. Food supplements should not be relied upon as a substitute for this. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medications, or under medical supervision, it is advised to consult with a doctor or healthcare professional before using any supplements. If you experience any adverse reactions, discontinue use and seek medical advice. Please keep these products out of the reach of children and refrain from using them if the seal under the cap is broken or missing. Additionally, it is important to note that this product is intended for use by individuals who are 18 years of age or older. Warning: Please do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose.