Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

iron pills

What are iron pills for ?
7 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
It makes your blood stronger so it can help the oxygen go thru more oxygen thru your blood means more for baby too
Helpful - 0
5143780 tn?1370557931
Ha, they make you constipated! I'm on them as well and even with the stool softener my doc gave me these pills are not my best friend!
Helpful - 0
5365627 tn?1369074016
Im anemic and i have to take iron pills everyday iron helps your blood transfer oxygrn through your body and if you don't have enough you may be anemic, wich will go away after you have your baby :)
Helpful - 0
5365627 tn?1369074016
Im anemic and i have to take iron pills everyday iron helps your blood transfer oxygrn through your body and if you don't have enough you may be anemic, wich will go away after you have your baby :)
Helpful - 0
134578 tn?1693250592
To eliminate the risk that you will get anemia.  As Jessi says, you need extra iron in your blood when pregnant, since the baby needs a lot.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
My doctor prescribed them to me and i was curious to know what i needed them for
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
This is going to sound like a smart answer, but i mean it genuinely. They're for getting iron in your system. Thats all. Somwtimes pregnant women need that boost to help them out with that cux baby needs a lot!
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Pregnancy Community

Top Pregnancy Answerers
13167 tn?1327194124
Austin, TX
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Get information and tips on how to help you choose the right place to deliver your baby.
Get the facts on how twins and multiples are formed and your chance of carrying more than one baby at a time.
Learn about the risks and benefits of circumcision.
What to expect during the first hours after delivery.
Learn about early screening and test options for your pregnancy.
Learn about testing and treatment for GBS bacterium.