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I can't see a list of ingredients. Can you tell me where they are?

Just scroll down on any product page and you will see an ingredient list, excipients list, description and reviews.

I have a health condition and i'm not sure if these supplements are suitable for me?

It is best to speak to your practitioner about whether or not these supplements are suitable for you.

Are these products vegan-friendly?

Yes! Our entire range is Vegan Australia Certified!

Are these products free from allergens?

Our products are free from animal products, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, gluten, wheat, yeast, lactose, msg, nuts, oats and other grain derived ingredients, peanuts, sulphites, soy, sucralose, magnesium stearate and stearic acid. The exception to this

Can I take Preconception Multi for Women during pregnancy?

Yes you can. Ideally you would switch to Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger as soon as you find out you're pregnant but if you have some Preconception Multi for Women leftover, you could take them in the second trimester when your morning sickness su

How long should I take the preconception multi before trying to conceive?

It is recommended that you and your partner follow a preconception care plan for at least 3-4 months prior to conception. We also recommend this formula if you are undergoing IVF or planning to undergo IVF, but have not yet received a positive pregna

How long should I take Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger?

It is best to take this formula as soon as you find out you're pregnant and keep taking it until your morning sickness subsides (usually around week 14-16). Most women will need a 2-month supply of Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger (2 packs of 60 ca

Can I take 2 capsules at once or should I split up the dose?

It is best to take one capsule twice daily - one with breakfast, one with lunch. This will help to reduce nausea throughout the day when taking Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger. With the other formula's, splitting up the dose can enhance nutrient a

I'm currently breastfeeding and preparing for my next pregnancy, should I continue to take Prenatal Trimester 2 & 3 Plus Breastfeeding or switch to Preconception Multi for Women?

You can take either formula during breastfeeding but we recommend switching to Preconception Multi for Women which may be taken during breastfeeding.

I'm currently breastfeeding and have just found out i'm pregnant, can I take Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger?

Yes, you can take Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger throughout the entire pregnancy and breastfeeding period. In fact, this may be recommended by your healthcare practitioner if you have certain health conditions such as haemochromatosis or hyperthy

Why isn't there any vitamin K in the prenatal formula's?

Vitamin K has very poor placental transfer which is why vitamin K is given to babies at birth. Vitamin K1 (phytomenadione) promotes blood clotting which is not usually something we want to do during pregnancy. As long as a woman is eating plenty of g

Why isn't there any vitamin A in these formula's?

The industry regulator requires all products containing vitamin A to have the following warnings on the label:. WARNING: If you are pregnant - or considering becoming pregnant - do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor or phar

My doctor has recommended that I have more than 500mcg of folate. How can I increase my folate intake with NaturoBest products?

Our preconception and prenatal multivitamins contain 500mcg of folate in a daily dose of 2 caspules (the maximum limit in Australia).  However if a health practitioner recommends it, you may take the prenatal multivitamins or Preconception Multi for

Do you take the Birth Prep alongside the trimester 2&3 prenatals? Or just by themselves?

You take both.  The prenatal is a multivitamin, the Birth Prep is a herbal formulation to prepare your body for labour.

I’m currently taking trimester 2&3 capsules. Am I able to take the calcium and magnesium you offer as well?

Absolutely!  We recommend taking the cal-mag powder throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding – it’s best taken at night after dinner 😊

I accidentally ordered too many of the first trimester supplements. I wondered if I could exchange them for some more of trimester 2 & 3 instead please?

Unfortunately, we have a no returns policy but the good news is you can continue to take them in your second trimester – we just recommend adding an Iron & Brain Support as well to provide iron and extra choline 😊

Can you use the Stress & Sleep PM Formula during pregnancy at all?

We do not recommend Stress & Sleep PM Formula in the first trimester as lavender and chamomile are contraindicated at that stage.  Your medical herbalist may recommend you use this later in pregnancy from about 28 weeks onwards if needed. As an alter

Are your prenatals all natural or do they contain synthetic compounds?

All our supplements contain the most bioavailable ingredients that you can get, for example, active folate rather than folic acid and the vitamin B12 is hydroxocobalamin which is the same as the B12 found in food 😊

What is difference between the preconception and prenatal vitamins?

The main difference is in the levels of nutrients in the different formulations.  This is because during the preconception period and the different trimesters of pregnancy, there are different nutrient requirements.  We have formulated our supplement

Are the trimester 1 prenatal capsules the same size as the preconception capsules?

The trimester one capsules are slightly smaller than the preconception multi capsules.  They are the same width capsule but the preconception multi capsules are slightly longer.

If I am iron deficient in trimester 1, is it better for me to take the women’s preconception with iron in it instead of Prenatal Trimester One that doesn’t have iron?

You don’t really need the extra iron until week 16 but if you are deficient, you could take Iron & Brain Support twice a week (iron supplementation in the first trimester makes your morning sickness worse).

Is there a chance I can cancel my order for Prenatal Trimester One? I just found out today I am having a miscarriage.

We're so sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, we do have a no cancellation policy because the orders are fulfilled by the warehouse as soon as they receive them (it’s not our warehouse, it’s outsourced). You can take the trimester one formula as a prec

Is your packaging recyclable?

Yes, our packaging is 100% recyclable.

How much folate is in the preconception and prenatal vitamins?

All of our preconception and prenatal (pregnancy) vitamins contain 500mcg of active folate in a daily dose of 2 capsules. We also include 300mcg of active folate in our Iron & Brain Support formula. This can be combined with our preconception multis

I found a capsule that is discoloured, a darker colour. Is that normal?

Yes that's normal, especially with our old formulations.  We have now upgraded our Preconception Multi for Women and Prenatal Trimester 2 & 3 Plus Breastfeeding to contain VitaCholine which is less hygroscopic than standard choline bitartrate.  We ha

I ordered the first trimester vitamins from you & we then miscarried soon after. I’m wondering if I now am better off starting on the preconception vitamins and will have to put away the ones I’ve ordered?

Sorry to hear about your loss. What you could do is take the trimester one as a preconception multi but also add the Iron & Brain Support for extra choline, active folate, B12 and iron.

Are the preconception supplements safe to continue once pregnant as I have a full box I’d like to use up.

Yes you can take them during pregnancy, however we recommend switching to Prenatal Trimester One asap because the sooner you start it, the better for reducing morning sickness. You can then finish your box of the preconception multi in your second tr

Can I take Calcium & Magnesium Plus K2 & D3 or Iron & Brain Support while breastfeeding?

Yes you can!  Any products under the Pregnancy & Breastfeeding menu on our website are designed to be taken during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding.

Could I take the preconception after giving birth during breastfeeding?

Yes you can, but we recommend at least a two year gap between babies to allow your body time to recover from one birth and prepare for the next pregnancy.

Do you have any supplements for children?

We do have two products that can be taken by children – our Calcium & Magnesium Plus K2 & D3 (especially recommended if they have a low/no dairy diet or have issues sleeping) and our Ultimate Vitamin C & Bioflavonoids which contains zinc, vitamin C,

Do you recommend taking anything else on top of your prenatal supplements during pregnancy?

We recommend asking your health practitioner about other supplements you may need to take such as our Iron and Brain support until week 6 of pregnancy when the neural tube closes for the additional folinic acid and choline.  Throughout pregnancy, you

Does your Calcium & Magnesium Plus K2 & D3 contain soy?

We can’t say it’s “soy free” because it contains soy lecithin, however, this rarely affects people with soy allergies.

Can I open up the capsule and add to a smoothie?

Yes you can.  Alternatively, you could try adding to some yoghurt. You can open your capsules and add them to any food or drink :)

Does the preconception have 250mcg or 500mcg of folate? I’m confused.

There is 500mcg in a daily dose of two capsules (250mcg per capsule).

My doctor told me I have low progesterone levels and don’t ovulate. Do you have any products to help support ovulation?

Yes, we would recommend taking PMS Support & Antioxidant throughout the whole cycle (this will help promote ovulation and support progesterone levels while balancing oestrogen levels), alongside Mood, Memory & Libido from days 5 to 14 of your cycle.

Does the prenatal plus breastfeeding have calcium?

No it doesn't.  If you would like a calcium supplement, you could take our calcium and magnesium powder at night after dinner.

Is titanium dioxide is used in the manufacturing of any NaturoBest products?

There is no titanium dioxide or any other colourants in any of our products.

Can I take the prenatal vitamins at night

You sure can although taking B vitamins at night may affect your sleep.  Just experiment with what works best for you.

I don't like the smell or taste of the products, can I have a refund?

We are unable to offer you a refund because you dislike vitamin smells or tastes.  What we can recommend is taking them with juice or opening up the capsule and adding to a smoothie or food.  We have some yummy recipes here - Recipes (naturobest.com)

Do you have any products that helps to manage constipation when pregnant?

We recommend taking our Calcium & Magnesium Plus K2 & D3 at night after dinner.  Magnesium often helps with constipation.  Try also eating 2 kiwifruit at night!

Can I take the Preconception Stress & EstroSupport alongside Preconception Multi for Women?

Yes! You absolutely can! These can be taken together to help support healthy oestrogen levels while trying to conceive. We recommend switching to our Trimester One with Ginger once you find out you are pregnant.

Can I take Detox & Liver Support while breastfeeding?

We don't recommend our Detox & Liver Support while pregnant or breastfeeding. Our Detox & Liver Support is more suitable during the preconception period :) If you have further questions, please contact us so we can assist you further.

How much iron are in your prenatals?

Our Trimester One with Ginger is an iron-free formula, as iron supplementation during the first trimester can aggravate morning sickness. Our Trimester 2 & 3 Plus Breastfeeding contains 24mg of iron in a daily dose. We also have our Iron & Brain Supp

Can I take the Preconception Multi for Women alongside the Iron & Brain Support?

Yes, you can take our Preconception Multi for Women alongside our Iron & Brain Support :) this is a great way to boost your iron stores prior to conception. We recommend switching to our Trimester One with Ginger when you do fall pregnant.

Do you have a trimester one prenatal without ginger?

Our Prenatal Trimester One with Ginger was specifically formulated for the needs of the first trimester, it is a 2-in-1 prenatal and morning sickness relief formula. If you are one of those lucky women who don't struggle with nausea or morning sickne

I'm breastfeeding - what supplements do you recommend for me?

You can take any of the supplements under our 'Pregnancy & Breastfeeding' tab on the website. Our Trimester 2 & 3 Plus Breastfeeding is a comprehensive multivitamin and mineral formula to help you meet the increased nutrient demands of pregnancy and

Which products are right for me?

If you are wondering about combining formulas or which formulas would best suit you and your needs, please leave your message below or email [email protected] and we will be able to help you :)

Can I take Birth Prep & Recovery alongside Lactation Support?

Yes, of course you can. Our Birth Prep & Recovery is a herbal formula to help prepare your uterus for labour and birth and assist with post-birth recovery. We recommend taking this from week 34 - 6 weeks post partum. Our Lactation Support helps to en

What is the difference between Trimester One with Ginger and Trimester 2 & 3 Plus Breastfeeding?

Our Trimester One with Ginger is a 2-in-1 prenatal formula that is specific to the first trimester, because it is a prenatal as well as a morning sickness relief formula :) this formula is tailored to trimester 1 as it is iron-free (iron can aggravat

Can I take the Calcium & Magnesium Plus K2 & D3 alongside the preconception multis?

Yes! You absolutely can :). Our Calcium & Magnesium Plus K2 & D3 is suitable for both partners and can be taken alongside our Preconception Multi for Women, our Preconception Multi for Men, Trimester One with Ginger, Trimester 2 & 3 Plus Breastfeedin

What's the difference between the old Preconception Multi for Women and the reformulation?

We now have our reformulated Preconception Multi for Women, upgrading the choline to VitaCholine® and a change of excipients, removing the MCT oil and replacing with ascorbyl palmitate, calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate, calcium silicate and a chl