Explore the benefits of Firra Fruit in preventing iron deficiency during your postpartum journey
As a new mother, it is natural to prioritise the health of your newborn baby. This may mean sacrificing nights of sleep or tending to their seemingly unending cries—it is undeniably not an easy journey. However, one of the most essential things for your baby is your own health.
For women, iron is particularly important. During pregnancy, the volume of blood in the body increases, and so does the amount of iron needed. This is because iron supplies oxygen to the baby, and contributes towards healthy milk supply during breastfeeding.
One out of three Malaysian women suffer from anaemia during pregnancy and lactation. Let’s explore more about iron deficiency anaemia and ways to maintain the best of our health.
Iron Deficiency Complications For Mothers
Iron Deficiency may cause several health complications for mothers. These include:
- Pregnancy Complications
During pregnancy, iron is needed to supply sufficient oxygen levels to the foetus. If there is inadequate oxygen supply, the foetus may not have normal growth and development. Severe iron deficiency during pregnancy may also increase the risk of premature birth, low birth weight baby, and postpartum depression.
- Insufficient Breast Milk
Studies discovered that iron deficiency in new mothers is associated with insufficient breast milk, a shorter period of full breastfeeding, and an earlier age of weaning for the baby. Iron deficiency may also increase the risk of severe vaginal bleeding after birth, which can lead to hospitalisation, emotional instability, and decreased quality of life.
- Weak Immune System
Iron aids in immune cell-proliferation (the process of cell growth and cell division), which can affect the immune response. Inadequate immune response may leave the body vulnerable to infections and diseases.
- Heart Complications
When iron is deficient, the heart is required to pump harder to supply enough blood and oxygen to the body. This may cause rapid or irregular heartbeat, which in severe cases, may lead to an enlarged heart or heart failure.
How can Firra Fruit Help?
Firra Fruit is an iron supplement designed to increase and maintain healthy iron levels in the body. It contains 18mg of iron, meeting the recommended daily iron intake for new moms going through the lactation and post-mortem stage, which is 10–30mg per day.
Utilising microencapsulated technology, Firra Fruit reduces side effects such as constipation and digestive tract irritation, which are commonly experienced with iron consumption. This technology also maintains the bioactivity of iron to maximise its absorption into the body
Summary
As you embark on your journey of being a new mother, your health is most essential for both you, and your family. A healthy mom equates to a happy family. It is important to be aware of your health and address your condition, so listen to your body and make informed choices. For more information about Firra Fruit, visit Truelifesciences, or drop us a message *insert link number here*.
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Iron Deficiency Anemia (n.d.). Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/iron-deficiency-anemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355034