I’d say that all women that come into our office are aware that it is important to supplement with folic acid before they get pregnant and during pregnancy.  Another research study was just released showing benefits of folic acid in relation to growth in-utero.    However because of the negative research studies about supplementing with folic acid (the synthetic form found in 95% of nutritional supplements) I highly recommend using a supplement with the natural form which is folate. Read the rest of this entry