Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is important for the development of the brain and nervous system, as well as forming red blood cells. Taking extra B6 during the first trimester may help with morning sickness, but the reason is unknown.
Best Food Sources
Best food sources of B6 include potatoes, turkey, avocado, spinach, and fortified food.
Supplementation
All values are based on daily serving size.
| Thorne | 12 mg |
| SmartyPants | 2.5 mg |
| Kirkland | 1.9 mg |
| VitaFusion | 2.5 mg |
| NatureMade | 1.9 mg |
| Metagenics | 20 mg |
| Klaire | 15 mg |
Needed during pregnancy – 1.9 mg
Our Take: While there is a toxicity level, it is very high (100mg+). If you are suffering from morning sickness, taking a high B6 dose may be beneficial, leaving you with Metagenics, Klaire, or Thorne.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is important for the development of the nervous system, in combination with folate.
Best Food Sources
Best food sources of B12 include meat, fish, poultry, and milk.
Best vegan sources of B12 include fortified foods. This is one concern of veganism.
Supplementation
All values are based on daily serving size.
| Thorne | 200 mcg |
| SmartyPants | 10 mcg |
| Kirkland | 2.6 mcg |
| VitaFusion | 8 mcg |
| NatureMade | 5.2 mcg |
| Metagenics | 120 mcg |
| Klaire | 500 mcg |
Needed during pregnancy – 2.6 mcg
Our Take: This seems to be an important vitamin, and there is no toxic level. Kirkland comes through with the bare minimum, and everything else seems to meet the quota. The more the better I suppose, but any supplement will do here.
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Click here to read the first blog of the series: Why should I take a prenatal?
Click here to read the second blog: Prenatal Vitamins: Overview
Click here to read the third blog: Prenatal Vitamins: Calcium and Iron
Click here to read the fourth blog: Prenatal Vitamins: Folate or Folic Acid
Click here to read the fifth blog: Prenatal Vitamins: A, C, & D
Dec 21, 2023 at 5:40 PM
Love this breakdown! As a freelancer, my schedule is unpredictable. B-complex is my go-to for mental clarity. It's about finding a balance between creativity and focus.
Dec 21, 2023 at 1:30 PM
Glad you’ve found something that works well for you!