Yaowa Quiz | Is regular calcium supplementation necessary during pregnancy?

Medicine Baby Analysis

Calcium is essential for the growth and development of fetal bones, and is also indispensable for maintaining cell membranes and the functions of the heart and muscles. Pregnant women have a significantly increased demand for calcium. However, epidemiological surveys show that calcium deficiency is relatively common among pregnant women in my country. The "Guidelines for Pre-pregnancy and Pregnancy Care (2018)" of the Obstetrics Group of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association recommends that women should start taking regular calcium supplements of 0.6-1.5 grams per day from around 14-19 weeks of pregnancy.