Name: Metagenics Mother and Baby Probiotic - 60 caps - Fairfield Nutrition Shop
Brand: Metagenics
SKU: META-MOTHB-60
Price: 88.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Why this formulation and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Each hard capsule contains four named strains at stated amounts: Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG®) at 10 billion CFU, Bifidobacterium animalis ssp lactis (BB-12®) at 5 billion CFU, Bifidobacterium breve (M-16v) at 5 billion CFU, and Bifidobacterium longum (BB536) at 5 billion CFU, totalling 25 billion CFU per capsule. The formula contains no proprietary blend, so every active is quantified on the label. It is vegan, free from dairy protein, lactose, gluten, soy protein, and artificial additives, with excipients limited to calcium phosphate, disodium edetate, gellan gum, glucose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, potable water, potassium acetate, silicon dioxide, sodium ascorbate, and sucrose. The product is refrigerated to maintain viable counts through to expiry.

Question 2

When should I consider this product?

Accepted Answer

This probiotic capsule is formulated for use during pregnancy and the post-partum period. It supports maternal health, healthy pregnancy, intestinal good flora in post-partum and breastfeeding women, and intestinal good flora and immune system health in healthy infants.

You are pregnant and want to support maternal health and healthy pregnancy.
You are breastfeeding and want to support intestinal good flora and general health and wellbeing.
You have a newborn and want to support intestinal good flora and immune system health in your infant, using the same product by emptying the capsule contents into milk, formula, or water.

Supplement strategy: Many people introduce this at the start of pregnancy and continue through the post-partum period. As directed by your healthcare professional.
⚠️ Not suitable for: Use in children other than infants without healthcare professional guidance. Consult your healthcare professional before use if you have a pre-existing condition or are taking medications.

Question 3

How do I use this product?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Take 1 capsule twice daily for maternal health, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Infants (from birth): Empty the contents of 1 capsule and mix with breast milk, formula, or water once daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Refrigerate. Do not freeze. Store at 2°C to 8°C.

Question 4

Can I give this directly to my baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empty the contents of one capsule and mix with breast milk, formula, or water once daily. Speak with your healthcare professional to confirm this is appropriate for your infant.

Question 5

Does this need to be refrigerated?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Store at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze. The product is cold-packed for quality and should remain refrigerated to maintain viable counts through to expiry.

Question 6

Is this suitable for vegans?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The formula contains no animal products, dairy protein, lactose, or soy protein, and the capsule shell is hypromellose (plant-based).

Question 7

When should I start taking this during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

The manufacturer&#8217;s directions apply from early pregnancy. Speak with your healthcare professional about the timing that suits your situation, particularly in the first trimester.

Weight	.36 kg
GTIN	9.31577E+12
Shipping and Returns	Standard delivery times of 1-7 business days are to be expected. Free express delivery for orders over $175. No questions asked returns and refund within 30 days.
Keep Refridgerated	Yes

Metagenics Mother and Baby Probiotic – 60 caps

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