{"id":58236,"date":"2026-08-24T14:14:04","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T18:14:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/?p=58236"},"modified":"2026-08-24T14:14:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T18:14:04","slug":"what-vitamins-to-take-postpartum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/what-vitamins-to-take-postpartum\/","title":{"rendered":"What Vitamins Should You Take Postpartum? A New Mom&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You just had a baby. You&#8217;re sleep-deprived, still healing, and somehow need to support the health and wellbeing of a tiny human as well as yourself. It can feel like a lot, but keeping up with your vitamin and nutritional needs is one way to help give you the energy and physical support you need in those exciting \u201cnew mom\u201d days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s the thing to keep in mind: your nutritional needs have just changed from your pregnancy and pre-pregnancy days. Your previous nutritional routines may not best support your postpartum recovery. Regardless of whether you\u2019re breastfeeding, knowing which nutrients to prioritize can make a real difference in how you feel and the wellbeing of you and your baby in the weeks and months ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide breaks down exactly which vitamins and minerals matter most postpartum, why, and how to choose a supplement that actually supports your body right now.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postpartum is the period of recovery and adaptation. The \u201cclinical\u201d recovery is the first six to eight weeks after birth, but full physical, hormonal, and emotional recovery takes 12 months or longer for many women.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A postnatal vitamin is a supplement designed to meet the unique demands of this phase. The core nutrients to prioritize include iron, vitamin D, DHA, choline, B12, and calcium.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breastfeeding significantly increases your needs for vitamin D, choline, and DHA, while your iron needs decrease compared to pregnancy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postpartum hair shedding is normal and hormonal, and deficiencies in biotin, iron, zinc, and vitamin D can slow regrowth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Do You Need a Different Vitamin After Giving Birth?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, for most people, your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/prenatal-101-navigating-world-of-prenatal-vitamins\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prenatal vitamin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t sufficient for postpartum. Switching to a dedicated postnatal formula postpartum helps support your body\u2019s changing needs, including your nutritional needs if you\u2019re breastfeeding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During pregnancy, your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4928162\/#:~:text=Most%20of%20this%2050%25%20increase%20occurs%20by%2034%20weeks%E2%80%99%20gestation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blood volume increases by 50%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and you need <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mothertobaby.org\/fact-sheets\/iron\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27 to 45 mg of iron <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">daily. Postpartum, your iron needs drop to around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pregnancyinfo.ca\/postpartum\/postpartum\/nutrition-for-breastfeeding-women\/#:~:text=During%20this%20time%2C%20your%20need%20for%20iron%20decreases%20to%209%2D10%20mg%C2%A0daily.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 mg daily<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while you&#8217;re not menstruating. Continuing your high-iron prenatal vitamin when you no longer need it can cause real discomfort, including constipation, cramping, and nausea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the same time, your need for other nutrients actually increases postpartum. Lactation increases your need for vitamin D, choline, and vitamin B12, beyond what most prenatal formulas provide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dedicated postpartum vitamin supplement can support these changing needs better than your typical multivitamin or a prenatal vitamin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Should You Keep Taking Prenatal Vitamins Postpartum?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sticking with your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/why-take-prenatal-vitamin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prenatal vitamins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> short-term (the first few weeks after birth) is fine. But your doctor will likely recommend transitioning to a postnatal formula designed for recovery and lactation for your longer-term health and recovery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask your doctor or registered dietitian what makes sense for your specific situation. Your needs may differ if you had significant blood loss during delivery, if you\u2019re breastfeeding, or have other health and wellness considerations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Key Vitamins and Minerals to Take Postpartum<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you\u2019ll soon realize, being a parent often means prioritizing. To help, here are the typically recommended vitamins and minerals to focus on in your postpartum period, and why each one matters:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/iron_235.html\"><b>Iron:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Delivery involves blood loss, and postpartum anemia is more common than many people realize, affecting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2666379123002161\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">69-79% of women <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">within the first 12 months after the birth. Justine Lewis, APRN, FNP-C from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.just-wellness.com\">Just Wellness<\/a>\u00a0notes that \u201cLow iron can contribute to fatigue, weakness, brain fog and feeling generally depleted, symptoms that can easily get written off as \u201cnormal new-mom exhaustion.\u201d\u201d<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Take your iron supplement on an empty stomach with vitamin C to maximize absorption, and avoid taking it within two hours of consuming calcium or calcium supplements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/vitamin-d_245.html\"><b>Vitamin D:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Canada&#8217;s northern latitude makes it difficult to get enough vitamin D from natural sunlight year-round. The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends that pregnant and lactating individuals discuss supplementation of up to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/caringforkids.cps.ca\/handouts\/pregnancy-and-babies\/prenatal_health_and_your_baby#:~:text=If%20you%20are%20pregnant%2C%20talk%20to%20your%20doctor%20about%20whether%20a%20supplement%20of%20up%20to%202000%20IU\/day%20is%20right%20for%20you.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2,000 IU daily<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with their provider. Breastmilk naturally contains very little vitamin D, which is why breastfed babies also need a separate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/health-canada\/services\/canada-food-guide\/resources\/nutrition-healthy-term-infants\/nutrition-healthy-term-infants-recommendations-birth-six-months.html#:~:text=for%20breastfed%20infants.-,Recommend%20a%20daily%20vitamin%20D%20supplement%20of%2010%20%C2%B5g%20(400%20IU)%20for%20breastfed%20infants.,-First%20complementary%20foods\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">liquid supplement of 400 IU (10 mcg) daily<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from birth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/dha-concentrate_1850.html\"><b>DHA (Omega-3):<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHA is a fat that supports brain and vision health. Infants receive it through your milk and mothers usually need at least<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3175709\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">200 mg of DHA daily<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during lactation to support their infant&#8217;s health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/choline-lecithin_979.html\"><b>Choline:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Choline supports infant brain development and is found in high concentrations in breastmilk. You likely don\u2019t get enough through diet alone, so including Choline in a supplement helps lactating moms. You can also boost choline intake through food sources like eggs and legumes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/b12_7282.html\">Vitamin B12<\/a>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Primarily found in animal products, this vitamin supports your neurological recovery, red blood cell production, and energy levels. If you follow a plant-based diet, B12 supplements are especially important.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/calcium_239.html\"><b>Calcium:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your diet is low in calcium while breastfeeding, your body will pull it directly from your bones to maintain the right level in your milk. Getting enough calcium through food and supplements protects your bone density during and after lactation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What Vitamins Help With Postpartum Hair Loss?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postpartum hair shedding is common. It&#8217;s usually temporary and primarily hormonal. After birth, your estrogen levels drop, which pushes a large percentage of hair follicles into a resting and shedding phase simultaneously. This condition is called telogen effluvium, and it typically peaks around three to four months postpartum.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplements won&#8217;t stop the hormonal shedding, but they can support faster regrowth. The key nutrients to focus on for hair health and regrowth include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/hair-skin-nails_1815.html\"><b>Biotin:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Supports keratin structure and hair follicle function.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/iron_235.html\"><b>Iron:<\/b><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/low-iron-sad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low iron stores<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are one of the most common contributors to prolonged shedding. Getting your levels checked postpartum is worthwhile if you\u2019re concerned about the level or longevity of your postpartum hair loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/zinc_233.html\"><b>Zinc:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Supports cellular repair and tissue growth of your hair follicles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/vitamin-d_245.html\"><b>Vitamin D:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Deficiency has been linked to disrupted hair cycling and slower regrowth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that most postpartum formulas cover these bases. If you&#8217;re concerned about the severity or duration of your hair loss, bring it up with your doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Long Should You Take Postpartum Vitamins?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many women will take their postpartum vitamins at least as long as they\u2019re breastfeeding, and sometimes longer if they need additional nutritional support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re nursing, continue a targeted postnatal vitamin for the full duration of lactation. Your nutrient needs remain elevated the entire time you&#8217;re producing milk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not breastfeeding, continue taking your postpartum multivitamins for at least four to six weeks after delivery. This supports your body&#8217;s recovery from the birth and pregnancy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/didnt-know-you-needed-for-recovering-from-birth-and-self-care-beyond-recovery\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">postpartum recovery period<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, assess your health and nutrition with your healthcare provider regularly. They can perform a blood panel to check your vitamin and mineral levels to see if additional supplementation or nutritional changes are needed to support continued recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Choose a Postpartum Vitamin<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many options out there, here&#8217;s what to actually look for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Third-party testing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Look for products verified by an independent testing body like NSF, USP, or ISURA (a Canadian-based option). Third-party testing confirms the product contains what the label claims and is free from heavy metals or contaminants.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Breastfeeding-safe formulation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Check that the formula doesn&#8217;t include unnecessary herbal ingredients or fillers (including artificial dyes, food allergens, and excessive iron) that could pass into breastmilk. When in doubt, ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bioavailable nutrient forms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Not all forms of a nutrient are absorbed equally. Look for methylfolate (instead of folic acid) if you have concerns about folate metabolism, and iron bisglycinate over other forms of iron if you&#8217;re sensitive to the gastrointestinal side effects.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Appropriate iron levels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A good postnatal formula should reflect your lower daily postpartum iron needs. Your postpartum iron needs drop to around 9 mg daily, compared to the 27 to 36 mg you needed during pregnancy.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Professional guidance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your delivery involved significant blood loss, or if you were deficient in any nutrients going into the postpartum period, a registered dietitian can help you build a supplement routine that matches your actual needs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Well.ca\u2019s Picks for Postpartum Vitamins<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bird&amp;Be Postpartum Pack<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/birdbe-postpartum-pack.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-58258 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/birdbe-postpartum-pack-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"bird&amp;be Postpartum Pack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/birdbe-postpartum-pack-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/birdbe-postpartum-pack-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/birdbe-postpartum-pack.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/birdbe-postpartum-pack_344015.html\">Bird&amp;Be&#8217;s Postpartum Pack<\/a> is formulated by OB-GYNs and naturopathic doctors to help replenish what your body lost during pregnancy and birth, with essential nutrients like iron, choline, vegan DHA (Omega-3), B12, and biotin, so you&#8217;re not left guessing what you&#8217;re missing. It&#8217;s divided into daily packs to simplify your routine, and it&#8217;s free of artificial colours\/dyes, gluten, dairy, nuts, shellfish, and soy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Good for Hair Loss<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/nordic-naturals-prenatal-dha.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-58255 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/nordic-naturals-prenatal-dha-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/nordic-naturals-prenatal-dha-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/nordic-naturals-prenatal-dha-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/nordic-naturals-prenatal-dha.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/nordic-naturals-prenatal-dha_103361.html\">Nordic Naturals&#8217; Prenatal DHA<\/a> is a great option if you&#8217;re experiencing postpartum hair loss, with 480 mg of DHA per serving. It contains no artificially derived colouring, flavouring, or preservatives, and uses Nordic Naturals&#8217; Gold Standard Arctic Cod Liver Oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MegaFood Baby and Me 2 Postnatal Multi<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Multi-Vitamin Option<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/megafood-postnatal-multi.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-58259 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/megafood-postnatal-multi-300x300.png\" alt=\"MegaFood Baby and Me 2 Postnatal Multi\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/megafood-postnatal-multi-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/megafood-postnatal-multi-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/megafood-postnatal-multi.png 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/megafood-baby-and-me-2-postnatal_220005.html\">MegaFood&#8217;s Baby and Me 2 Postnatal Multi<\/a> is a great choice if you&#8217;re looking for a postpartum multivitamin. It supports your postnatal nutrition with key nutrients like vitamin C and D3, plus real food ingredients like organic oranges and brown rice. It also includes choline to support your baby&#8217;s healthy brain development, and organic moringa leaf to support milk production.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everydae Mama Support Postnatal Vitamin<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/everyday-mama-postnatal.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-58260 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/everyday-mama-postnatal-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Everydae Mama Support Postnatal Multivitamin\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/everyday-mama-postnatal-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/everyday-mama-postnatal-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/everyday-mama-postnatal.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/everydae-mama-support-postnatal_320870.html\">Everydae&#8217;s Mama Support Postnatal Vitamin<\/a> has 23 essential nutrients to help replenish what your body lost during pregnancy and rebuild your energy during the postpartum period. Research-backed doses come in an easy-to-absorb form, so your body can actually put them to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motherlove Goats Rue Breastfeeding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Supports Lactation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/motherlove-goats-rue.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-58261 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/motherlove-goats-rue-300x300.png\" alt=\"Motherlove Goats Rue Breastfeeding\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/motherlove-goats-rue-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/motherlove-goats-rue-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/motherlove-goats-rue.png 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goat&#8217;s rue is known to support lactation and the development of mammary tissue. <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/motherlove-goats-rue-breastfeeding_155338.html\">This postnatal vitamin<\/a> can help if you didn&#8217;t see much breast growth during pregnancy, have had previous breast surgeries, or are an adoptive mother building a milk supply.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Prioritize Postnatal Vitamins For Your Recovery<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The postpartum period is physically and mentally demanding on your body. The right postnatal supplement will help, but it&#8217;s better alongside balanced nutrition. Supplementation can help support your recovery, energy, and breastmilk quality and supply.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplements work best as part of a nutrient-dense diet, not as a replacement for one. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/health-canada\/services\/food-guide.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canada&#8217;s Food Guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a good reference point for building meals that cover your foundational needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ready to find a postnatal vitamin that works for you?<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/categories\/prenatal-postnatal-vitamins_1358.html\"> <b>Shop postnatal vitamins at Well.ca<\/b><\/a><b> and check in with your healthcare provider regularly to ensure your health and recovery needs are met.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Do postnatal vitamins actually do anything?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Your body\u2019s needs change dramatically during postpartum and your previous nutritional and supplementation routine may not meet your current needs. Postnatal vitamins help fill specific nutritional postpartum gaps, like choline, DHA, and vitamin D. They also help balance iron and B12 after the increased demands of pregnancy and delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What vitamins do you need if you&#8217;re breastfeeding versus not breastfeeding?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re breastfeeding, prioritize nutrients that transfer through your breastmilk to your infant, including vitamin D, DHA, choline, and B12. Your iron needs will also decrease until menstruation returns, so ensure that your diet and postnatal vitamin accounts for this change to avoid constipation and discomfort from high iron levels in your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not breastfeeding, your nutrient needs shift to replenish iron lost during delivery, support tissue healing with folic acid, and rebuild bone density with calcium and vitamin D.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A basic postpartum multivitamin covers the essentials for non-nursing moms, while lactating moms benefit from a more targeted formula.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any supplement.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You just had a baby. 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