DOES NOT CONTAIN VITAMIN A The First Trimester (0 -12 weeks) The first three months of pregnancy are in many ways the most crucial stage of a baby\"s development - the time when all of his or her organs and systems are forming, as well as hands, feet, and limbs. It is now recognised that a mother\"s diet immediately before conception and in the first weeks of pregnancy can influence the way that the embryo develops. Investing at this stage in the best nutrition may not only help your baby\"s start to life, but also give you a better chance of a healthy pregnancy. This new formulation of Vital Essence 1 supplies all the micro-nutrients that are most important to meet the demands of early pregnancy, including Folic Acid, which is useful for a whole range of cellular activities, not just for helping to minimise the risk of spina bifida. Also includes increased levels of Vitamins D, plus lots of new ingredients such as Beta Carotene (a safe way to protect against Vitamin A deficiency) and Lutein and Lycopene (to help protect against free-radical damage to developing cells). One tablet taken three times a day (with food) contains everything you need, alongside a good quality diet, to meet the changing demands of the first three months of your pregnancy. We recommend that it should be taken in conjunction with Vital DHA for maximum benefit to your overall nutrition. All Zita West products are developed in response to the very latest research and are regularly reviewed and reformulated to remain at the cutting-edge of clinical and nutritional thinking for optimum reproductive health. Directions For Use Take one tablet three times a day with food. Should only be taken on a full stomach. Suitable for vegetarians. Free from artificial colours, preservatives and gluten. Non-GM. Contains yeast. If under medical supervision, seek guidance from your medical practitioner before using this product. Ingredients T