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Essential for Women
Prenatal Multivitamin
The next-generation prenatal with 12 key nutrients for before and during pregnancy.*
OB/GYN Recommended Formula† †Based on the Ritual formulation reviewed by 150 OB/GYNs.
Good Value(s)
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| Supplement Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Serving Size: Two (2) Vegan Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 30 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DVϮ | |
| Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol1) [from Lichen(whole plant)] | 50 mcg (2000 IU) | 333%Ϯ |
| Vitamin E (as alpha tocopherol from mixed tocopherols2) [from Brassica napus(seed)] | 7 mg | 37%Ϯ |
| Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [Glucosamine Salt]3) | 1000 mcg DFE | 167%Ϯ |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 8 mcg | 286%Ϯ |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 429%Ϯ |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate4) | 55 mg | 10%Ϯ |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate5) | 18 mg | 67%Ϯ |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 150 mcg | 52%Ϯ |
| Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) | 32 mg | 8%Ϯ |
| Boron (as calcium fructoborate6) | 0.7 mg | ** |
| Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) [from Schizochytrium spp. (whole microalgae)7] | 350 mg | ** |
| Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-78) | 90 mcg | ** |
| Ϯ Percent Daily Values for Pregnant and Lactating Women | ||
| ** Daily Value (DV) not established | ||
| Other ingredients: Stomach acid-resistant outer vegan capsule (hypromellose, gellan gum), inner vegan capsule (hypromellose), silica, cellulose, l-leucine | ||
| 1Vitashine™ lichen, 2Tocomix® 70R, 3Quatrefolic®, 4VitaCholine®, 5Ferrochel®, 6FruiteX-B®, 7Algarithm™,8K2VITAL® | ||
| VitaCholine® is a registered trademark of Balchem Corporation | ||
| Ferrochel® is a registered trademark of Albion Laboratories, Inc | ||
| Quatrefolic® is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A. | ||
For Thinking, Trying, and When it's Time
Now's the time to start supporting your pre-pregnancy and pregnancy nutrient needs.*
Neural Tube Support
Folate and Choline to support neural tube development.*
Baby's Brain Development
Choline, Folate and 350mg Omega-3 DHA for supporting fetal brain development.*
Blood-Building
Iron, Folate, & Vitamin B12 contribute to red blood cell formation.*
Bone Health
Calcium-helper nutrients D3, K2, Magnesium, and Boron help maintain bone health.*
12 Traceable Ingredients
100% of ingredients Made Traceable® showcasing each supplier and final place of manufacturing for all active and other ingredients, because not all ingredients are created equal.
We opted for methylated folate as 5-MTHF - the active form of folic acid to support folate adequacy.*
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|---|---|---|
| Serving Size: Two (2) Vegan Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 30 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DVϮ | |
| Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol1) [from Lichen(whole plant)] | 50 mcg (2000 IU) | 333%Ϯ |
| Vitamin E (as alpha tocopherol from mixed tocopherols2) [from Brassica napus(seed)] | 7 mg | 37%Ϯ |
| Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [Glucosamine Salt]3) | 1000 mcg DFE | 167%Ϯ |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 8 mcg | 286%Ϯ |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 429%Ϯ |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate4) | 55 mg | 10%Ϯ |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate5) | 18 mg | 67%Ϯ |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 150 mcg | 52%Ϯ |
| Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) | 32 mg | 8%Ϯ |
| Boron (as calcium fructoborate6) | 0.7 mg | ** |
| Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) [from Schizochytrium spp. (whole microalgae)7] | 350 mg | ** |
| Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-78) | 90 mcg | ** |
| Ϯ Percent Daily Values for Pregnant and Lactating Women | ||
| ** Daily Value (DV) not established | ||
| Other ingredients: Stomach acid-resistant outer vegan capsule (hypromellose, gellan gum), inner vegan capsule (hypromellose), silica, cellulose, l-leucine | ||
| 1Vitashine™ lichen, 2Tocomix® 70R, 3Quatrefolic®, 4VitaCholine®, 5Ferrochel®, 6FruiteX-B®, 7Algarithm™,8K2VITAL® | ||
| VitaCholine® is a registered trademark of Balchem Corporation | ||
| Ferrochel® is a registered trademark of Albion Laboratories, Inc | ||
| Quatrefolic® is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A. | ||
The Smart Capsule
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Designed for Optimal Absorption
Delayed-release capsules are designed to dissolve in the small intestine, an optimal place to absorb nutrients.*
2
All Together, Fewer Pills
Our nested design combines oily and dry ingredients in one capsule. Get nutrients you need in just 2 daily pills.*
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Essenced With Lemon or Mint
The tab in every bottle keeps things fresh, so taking your vitamins daily is a more enjoyable experience.
We Want You to Ask Questions
Seriously. Our team of supplement experts and scientists has answers.
Essential Prenatal was designed with 12 key nutrients for women who are thinking about, trying, or who are currently pregnant. If you’re not trying or are currently pregnant, Essential for Women 18+ is the way to go!
Our products are purchased as a subscription. After your initial purchase, orders are automatically sent every 30 days to keep you on track. That said, it’s your Ritual: We’ll send you a notification each month a few days before we charge you and ship your next bottle. You’re free to rush or delay an order or cancel your subscription at any time, right from your account page.
Each batch of our multivitamins is tested for identity, purity, strength, and composition so we can be sure that what’s on the label is what’s in the capsules. We also complete third-party testing to help ensure our products are compliant with regulations and guidelines for heavy metals, microbes, and major allergens and to help assure the quality and safety of our products. Essential Prenatal has been independently certified for quality and purity. It is Non-GMO Project Verified.
The bottle for Essential Prenatal is made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic and is made of #1 PET plastic, which is highly recyclable curbside. The caps on our multivitamin bottles are #5 and are made of polypropylene.
Additionally, your first month is shipped in a recyclable box, and recurring orders are shipped in mailers made from 100% recycled content (the paper used to make our mailers is 100% garbage-repurposed newsprint and plant fibers). Any collateral included is also made of 100% recycled materials.
Additionally, your first month is shipped in a recyclable box, and recurring orders are shipped in mailers made from 100% recycled content (the paper used to make our mailers is 100% garbage-repurposed newsprint and plant fibers). Any collateral included is also made of 100% recycled materials.
Supporting key nutrient needs before and during pregnancy is what's important. While many people feel a difference, some don’t, and that’s okay. It’s what’s happening inside that counts. Blood-building nutrients Iron, Folate, and Vitamin B12 contribute to red blood cell formation, while Vitamin D supports normal immune function.*
More questions? Find answers on our FAQs page.
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Meet Our In-House Scientists and Expert Council
We work with a lot of exceptional and thoughtful people—like the scientists, nutritionists, and medical doctors on our Scientific Advisory Board, who help guide our product innovation and clinical research.
Dr. Nima Alamdari, PhD
Chief Scientific Officer (Prev. Harvard Faculty)
Dr. Marie Caudill, PhD, RD
Professor, Cornell University (Nutritional Sciences)
Dr. Jason Rothbart, MD, FACOG
Physician, Cedars-Sinai (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
Dr. Luke Bucci, PhD, CCN, CNS
Research and Technical Fellow
Dr. Mastaneh Sharafi, PhD, RD
VP of Scientific Affairs at Ritual (Nutritional Sciences)
Dr. Robin Berzin, MD
Doctor & CEO, Parsley Health (Functional Medicine)
Dr. Jordan Shlain, MD
Physician & Founder, Private Medical (Primary Care)
Dr. Michelle Davenport
Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist
Dr. Blanche Ip, PhD
Assistant Professor, Brown University (Nutritional Biochemistry)
Dr. Dyan Hes, MD
Medical Director, Gramercy Pediatrics
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Making Us Blush
Great vitamins that are easy to take!
I took the regular Ritual vitamins before my pregnancy and was thrilled when they can out with the prenatal option. This vitamin is easy to take and easy to digest. My midwife was very impressed with the transparency in ingredients and sources. Ove…
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Keeping It Real
LOVE the vitamins, not the after taste...
I loved my OG Ritual vitamins with the peppermint EO tablet and I'm thinking about having a baby, so I switched to the Ritual Prenatal and it has the lemon tablet... unfortunately I'm not a fan of the lemon. I would love he prenatal with the peppermi…
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léa p.
Age 25 - 34
4 months on Essential Prenatal
3 months and pouf pregnant 🤰
12/21/2023
Im very pleased by the subscription.
It’s always delivered on time each month which is very convenient and it took me 3 months to get pregnant 🤰. Now I’ll just keep up the good work until the D date :)
Thanks 🙏
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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Jaclyn M.
Age 25 - 34
1 month on Essential Prenatal
Worth it
12/14/2023
I am really enjoying my vitamins. Aside from getting great nutrients, my hair has grown so much! Also, I have the mint infused prenatal and that is amazing. No fish burps for me!
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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hannah l.
Age 25 - 34
4 months on Essential Prenatal
Easy to take; effective so far!
12/3/2023
I’ve taken these prenatal vitamins every night for the last 5 months. The lemon essence is quite nice and they don’t make me feel nauseous (some vitamins have done this to me). I’ve noticed a change in my hair, skin, and nails since taking them too.
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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Lynnlee M.
Age 18 - 24
7 months on Essential Prenatal
Love!
12/3/2023
I love rituals prenatal essential! It’s on the pricy side but my doctors agree that it’s worth it!
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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Allison D.
Age 35 - 44
1 year 2 months on Essential Prenatal
Great subscription and good ingredients
11/29/2023
I've enjoyed the ease of having a subscription that auto-renews, especially during pregnancy when I can't remember anything! These are easy to take, only very mild fish burps and I trust that it has good ingredients, especially the folate.
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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