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Prenatal Multivitamin

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Prenatal Multivitamin

22 nutrients in just 3 capsules, delivering 8x more nutrition than the average of leading prenatals†, at clinically studied dosages of key nutrients that make all the difference.*

8x More Nutrition† 3 Capsules 200mg of Choline

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Prenatal Iron - needed. Support Healthy Iron Levels

Our Iron is separate by design. Needs vary individually and Iron & other nutrients absorb best apart.
Choline+ - needed. Choline+ Supplements

Support your baby's brain and cognitive development during pregnancy and after birth.*
Product Details

95% of women taking standard prenatals are still nutritionally depleted. So we made our Prenatal Multivitamin with 22 nutrients at clinically studied dosages of key nutrients, offering 8x the support of the average of leading prenatals†.

Whether you’re navigating first-trimester nausea or the daily demands of your busy life, you deserve a streamlined formula that delivers meaningful nutrition.

Looking for even more nutrition? View our Prenatal Multivitamin Pro.
Clinical Study

Over 350 clinical studies show that the Recommended Daily Allowances for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding are outdated, leaving 95% of women taking standard prenatals depleted.

Because you and your baby deserve better, we conducted our own, IRB-approved clinical study of 235 pregnant women. Here’s what we learned: Standard Prenatals fall short in Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Selenium, and Zinc, which play essential roles in fetal development, immune health, and supporting a full-term birth.* In our clinical study we found that women taking our dosages of Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Selenium, and Zinc showed significantly higher blood nutrient levels of these nutrients compared to women in the Standard Prenatal group.

Needed Prenatal Multivitamin includes clinically informed levels of the nutrients you really need to fight depletion:

  • 100 mcg Vitamin D3 to support a healthy, full-term birth, respiratory health, fetal development, and bone health
  • 40 mg Vitamin B6 to support through pregnancy discomforts, such as nausea
  • 200 mcg Selenium to support thyroid function and immune health
  • 25 mg Zinc to support you and your baby’s immune systems
  • 200 mg Choline to support your baby’s brain and nervous system development

+ Chromium, Magnesium, Copper, Biotin, Niacin, and Thiamin at meaningfully supportive levels
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3 capsules. 8x more nutrition.

Prenatal Multivitamin includes 22 nutrients in forms chosen for their bioavailability, all at optimal dosing levels. Every ingredient is vetted by perinatal experts and third-party tested for purity and potency.

Each 3-capsule serving delivers:

  • Folate as Optifolin+® (Methylfolate + Choline): Supports neural tube formation and healthy methylation
  • 200 mg Choline: Supports baby’s brain and nervous system development
  • 150 mcg active B12 (two forms): Supports energy metabolism
  • 40 mg active B6: Supports pregnancy nausea and fetal development
  • 100 mcg Vitamin D3: Supports immune health for mother + baby

+ More of the nutrients you need to support healthy fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

Nutrition You Can Trust

We formulate our products based on the latest clinical research and clinical insights from women’s health experts. Unlike most women’s vitamins, we don’t rely solely on national nutrition standards, which are often based on bare minimums, and lack research on women’s specific needs.

We’re proud to be recommended by over 15,000 women’s health practitioners.

Each batch of Needed product passes through 2,000+ quality checkpoints — from raw material qualification to finished product release.
How to Use

When to take: Take 3 capsules daily with food, ideally in the morning or at lunch for optimal energy throughout the day.

Flexible dosing: Divide between meals, or take before bedtime if you're feeling too nauseous.

Ready for more: If and when you need more support, try our Prenatal Multivitamin Pro. Or try our Prenatal Multivitamin Powder, an easier way to take your prenatals with your morning smoothie or afternoon snack.

Storage: Store fully sealed in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or are taking medications.
THE NEEDED STANDARD
Uncompromising Nutrient Levels

Uncompromising Nutrient Levels

Designed to Support Optimal Absorption

Designed to Support Optimal Absorption

Every Ingredient Vetted by Experts

Every Ingredient Vetted by Experts

Always Rigorously 3rd Party Tested

Always Rigorously 3rd Party Tested

Backed by Pioneering Science and Clinical Insights

Backed by Pioneering Science and Clinical Insights

95% of mothers are nutritionally depleted despite taking a prenatal.

RADICALLY BETTER

Nutrition for the Motherspan

Choose your stage of the Motherspan to see how we offer support.

Preconception

Includes fertilization, implantation, and the very beginning of the neural tube.

  • Vitamin A, Selenium, Iodine and Zinc support healthy fertility
  • Folate, Choline, and B12 support early neural development
  • Magnesium and Vitamin D support restful sleep and nervous system function

First Trimester

Fight fatigue and support your baby’s early brain and cognitive development.

  • Folate and Choline support brain and cognitive development
  • Zinc supports normal growth and development during early organ formation
  • B vitamins help support energy for your busy life

Second Trimester

The support you need for new movement and growing momentum.

  • Choline supports healthy brain development
  • Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D, and Vitamin K2 support healthy bone and tooth formation
  • Vitamin C supports collagen formation for maternal skin and connective tissue

Third Trimester

Fuel for the finish line as your blood volume peaks and nutrient transfer to baby is maximal.

  • Vitamin B12 supports healthy nervous system development in late pregnancy
  • Vitamin D and Zinc support healthy immune system function for mom and baby
  • Nutrient density becomes critical for stamina and recovery from birth

Postpartum and Beyond

Nourish yourself by replenishing nutrient stores and supporting your physical recovery.

  • Vitamin D, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Zinc support physical recovery from birth
  • Vitamin A, Iodine, Choline, Selenium, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 support breast milk density 
  • Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B6 support a healthy metabolism and energy to stay active

Preconception

Includes fertilization, implantation, and the very beginning of the neural tube.

  • Vitamin A, Selenium, Iodine and Zinc support healthy fertility
  • Folate, Choline, and B12 support early neural development
  • Magnesium and Vitamin D support restful sleep and nervous system function

First Trimester

Fight fatigue and support your baby’s early brain and cognitive development.

  • Folate and Choline support brain and cognitive development
  • Zinc supports normal growth and development during early organ formation
  • B vitamins help support energy for your busy life

Second Trimester

The support you need for new movement and growing momentum.

  • Choline supports healthy brain development
  • Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D, and Vitamin K2 support healthy bone and tooth formation
  • Vitamin C supports collagen formation for maternal skin and connective tissue

Third Trimester

Fuel for the finish line as your blood volume peaks and nutrient transfer to baby is maximal.

  • Vitamin B12 supports healthy nervous system development in late pregnancy
  • Vitamin D and Zinc support healthy immune system function for mom and baby
  • Nutrient density becomes critical for stamina and recovery from birth

Postpartum and Beyond

Nourish yourself by replenishing nutrient stores and supporting your physical recovery.

  • Vitamin D, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Zinc support physical recovery from birth
  • Vitamin A, Iodine, Choline, Selenium, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 support breast milk density 
  • Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B6 support a healthy metabolism and energy to stay active

The Mother of All Prenatals

  • Methylfolate for optimal absorption
  • 4x more Vitamin D
  • 200 mcg Selenium versus none in leading prenatals
  • 2x more Vitamin A
  • 20x more Vitamin B6
  •  3x more Zinc️
  • 12x more Choline
  • 31x more Vitamin B12

+14 more nutrients in unrivaled dosages and optimal forms

Than the average of leading prenatals†

Designed to Defeat Depletion

You and your baby deserve radically better nutrition. Our prenatals are formulated with the nutrients you really need, at clinically-studied dosages of key nutrients that make all the difference.
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8x More Nutrition Than Leading†
Unlike most women’s vitamins, we don’t rely solely on national nutrition standards, which are often based on bare minimums, and lack research on women’s specific needs.
 
8x More Nutrition Than Leading†
Over 2,000 Quality Checks
Each batch of Needed product passes through 2,000+ quality checkpoints — from raw material qualification to finished product release.
 
Over 2,000 Quality Checks
22 Vitamins & Minerals
In just 3 capsules a day.
 
22 Vitamins & Minerals
For Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum
Radically better support for every stage.
 
For Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum
Clinically Studied Dosages
Our clinically studied dosages of key nutrients, backed by our IRB-approved Clinical Study, make all the difference.
 
Clinically Studied Dosages

Designed to Defeat Depletion

You and your baby deserve radically better nutrition. Our prenatals are formulated with the nutrients you really need, at clinically-studied dosages of key nutrients that make all the difference.
Needed® Prenatal Multivitamin Other Prenatal Multivitamins
Needed® Prenatal Multivitamin Other Prenatal Multivitamins
8x More Nutrition Than Leading†
Unlike most women’s vitamins, we don’t rely solely on national nutrition standards, which are often based on bare minimums, and lack research on women’s specific needs.
Over 2,000 Quality Checks
Each batch of Needed product passes through 2,000+ quality checkpoints — from raw material qualification to finished product release.
22 Vitamins & Minerals
In just 3 capsules a day.
For Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum
Radically better support for every stage.
Clinically Studied Dosages
Our clinically studied dosages of key nutrients, backed by our IRB-approved Clinical Study, make all the difference.

  • † 8× more nutrition refers to the average amount of key prenatal vitamins and minerals provided per daily serving, measured relative to pregnancy Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs), compared to the average of leading prenatal brands and Needed’s Prenatal as of December 2025. Brand A: 7x, Brand B: 6x, Brand C: 6x, and Brand D: 13x.

Questions? We have answers.

Thoughtful inquiry is needed.

How is the Multivitamin different from your Multivitamin Pro and Powder?

With our Prenatal Multivitamin, we pared down our original Prenatal Multivitamin Pro (eight capsules or powder) to 3 capsules as we get it, sometimes a giant handful of pills or a powder just isn't in the cards. With our 3 capsules, you can feel confident you are getting 8x more nutrition than leading prenatals†, at clinically-studied dosages of key nutrients that make all the difference. If you don’t mind more pills, our Prenatal Multivitamin Pro (8 capsules) delivers more Choline and Magnesium, and also includes Calcium, Lutein, and Zeazanthin.
When should I start taking the Prenatal Multivitamin?

Take it before, during, after pregnancy — and even beyond — for the more supportive nourishment you need to feel your best and help avoid depletion. We like to stress the importance of preconception nutritional preparation and postpartum recovery, so this product is for you even if you are a few years away from having kids or a few years postpartum.
Why does your Prenatal Multivitamin not include Calcium?

Calcium is included at 200mg in Prenatal Multivitamin Pro and not included in Prenatal Multivitamin.

The reason for this is nutrient prioritization. Calcium is a key mineral that we recognize as highly important in the perinatal lifestage. However, our preferred form of Calcium (di-calcium malate, DimaCal(R)) takes up a lot of space in the capsules and would not be compatible with a 3 capsule prenatal. Instead, we continue to recommend a calcium-rich diet to support during the perinatal lifestage, as meeting Calcium needs through diet is generally more realistic, feasible and preferred versus just from supplements. The RDA for Calcium is 1,000mg and providing a meaningful amount via supplements can be challenging in a reasonable serving size.
Why do you offer Iron separately?

We recommend taking Iron away from our Prenatal Multi for optimal absorption as Iron and some other minerals absorb best apart. We also recommend taking only as much as you need, as too much supplemental Iron can generate oxidative stress and alter the gut microbiome.*

We recommend testing your ferritin levels. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or are taking medications. 

Our Iron is bound to Glycine for better absorption and digestive comfort.*
Why do the amounts of some of the nutrients in Prenatal Multvitamin exceed the percent Daily Value?

Daily Values (%DV) are based on the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs). These standards reflect the bare minimum needed to avoid a deficiency. In addition, 83% of the studies that informed the current RDAs excluded women.

Significant research suggests that, for certain nutrients, amounts above the RDA may better support maternal and infant outcomes.

Our Prenatal Multivitamin is formulated to reflect both established standards and current clinical research, with dosing decisions guided by safety data and practitioner expertise.
Is your Prenatal Multivitamin vegan, allergen free, and Non-GMO?

Our Prenatal Multivitamin is vegetarian and made without the 9 major allergens and gluten.
Everything makes me nauseous while I am pregnant, will your product work for me?

We know, even 3 capsules can be hard. We suggest taking 1 per meal, if you can. These capsules can also be opened to combine with a smoothie or soft food. We offer additional insights on managing nausea in pregnancy in this article. If you need more information, please download our Getting Started Guide.
Do Needed Prenatal Multivitamins contain Methylated Folate?

Yes. Needed’s Prenatal Multivitamins contain Optifolin+®, a bioavailable, fully bioactive methylfolate (L-5-MTHF) enriched with choline providing superior benefits for healthy methylation, setting it apart from other forms of methylfolate. Other forms of methylfolate utilize salts, such as calcium or glucosamine salts, which need to be present to support the stability of methylfolate but do not enable this nutritionally synergistic benefit.

Methylated (5-MTHF) folate and folic acid are two different forms of folate. 5-MTHF is the active form that the body can directly use, while folic acid is a synthetic form that must be converted before it becomes active. We choose methylated folate because it is the form naturally used by the body and is a well-studied, bioavailable source that supports healthy folate status.

Adequate folate intake supports maternal health by supporting normal cell division and the formation of red blood cells, which are essential for energy production and oxygen delivery during pregnancy.* Folate also plays a critical role in fetal development by supporting neural tube formation and healthy cellular growth and function.* Learn more about why we choose methylated folate here.
What is the scented sachet made with?

The EU Food compliant citrus sachet in our Citrus Scent is made with natural citrus essential oils to enhance scent and taste without adding ingredients. The sachet contains no artificial colors or fragrance.
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    This prenatal has every thing I need for nursing in addition to what my naturopath suggests as someone with an autoimmune disease. Thankful this brand was introduce by my naturopath in the first place with the higher dose version of the needed prenatal when we were praying for our first child. And now as a first time mom who forgets some times to take her supplements, it is easier to spot in my lineup and remember because of the design!

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    2 weeks ago
    I AM BACK!!!!

    In my 1st trimester I was feeling weak and tired constantly.

    After changing prenatal and adding iron I felt like myself again.

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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Love it

    I’ve been taking this product my whole pregnancy (now 33 weeks) and am more than happy with it. While it’s a lot of pills, the amount of nutrients you get with this product over others is hands down superior. It’s worth it!

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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Highly recommend!

    My wife’s Naturopath prefers Needed due to the quality and quantities of vitamins and minerals in the prenatal vitamin. She was taking another prenatal previously but switched due to a recommendation from her Naturopath.

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    Deja C.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Best prenatal vitamin I've tried.

    I've had 2 kids, and tried a few prenatal vitamins. These are the only ones I've had that don't make me nauseous. My youngest is a year now and I still take them to keep up on extra vitamin intake while breastfeeding.

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