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Essential for Women
Postnatal Multivitamin
The postnatal formulated for the new nutrient demands on a mother for 6 months postpartum, and throughout lactation.*
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| Supplement Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Serving Size: Two (2) Vegan Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 30 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DVϮ | |
| Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) | 500 mcg RAE | 38% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 12 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol1) [from lichen (whole plant)] | 50 mcg (2000 IU) | 333% |
| Vitamin E (as alpha tocopherol from mixed tocopherols2) [from Brassica napus (seed)] | 10 mg | 53% |
| Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [Glucosamine Salt]3) | 1000 mcg DFE | 167% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 10 mcg | 357% |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 429% |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate4) | 55 mg | 10% |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate5) | 8 mg | 30% |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 200 mcg | 69% |
| Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) | 32 mg | 8% |
| Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) | 3 mg | 23% |
| Boron (as calcium fructoborate6) | 0.7 mg | * |
| Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) Fatty Acid [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. | ||
When Your New Nutrient Needs Arrive
Key nutrients for moms postpartum, with added support for lactation*
Ongoing Support
Normal Immune Function
Vitamins A, C, D3, and Zinc help support normal immune function.*
Brain Health
Nature-identical Choline, Omega-3 DHA from microalgae, and methylated Vitamin B12 help support brain health.*
Lactation Support
350mg of Omega-3 DHA per serving
Helps support fatty acid content of breast milk in lactating women.*
Higher nutrient requirements during lactation
Formulated with USP-grade Iodine, and nature-identical Biotin and Choline to support women’s increased nutrient requirements during lactation.*
15 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.
Notice something missing? We left out Calcium for a reason.
Read Why Less Is More| Supplement Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Serving Size: Two (2) Vegan Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 30 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DVϮ | |
| Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) | 500 mcg RAE | 38% |
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 12 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol1) [from lichen (whole plant)] | 50 mcg (2000 IU) | 333% |
| Vitamin E (as alpha tocopherol from mixed tocopherols2) [from Brassica napus (seed)] | 10 mg | 53% |
| Folate (as 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolate [Glucosamine Salt]3) | 1000 mcg DFE | 167% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 10 mcg | 357% |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 429% |
| Choline (as choline bitartrate4) | 55 mg | 10% |
| Iron (as ferrous bisglycinate5) | 8 mg | 30% |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 200 mcg | 69% |
| Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate) | 32 mg | 8% |
| Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate) | 3 mg | 23% |
| Boron (as calcium fructoborate6) | 0.7 mg | * |
| Omega-3 Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) Fatty Acid [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
1
Delayed-Release Capsule Design
Our delayed-release capsules are designed to dissolve later, in less sensitive areas of the stomach, so you can take them with or without food.*
2
Essenced With Mint
Easy to take—a mint tab in every bottle helps keep things fresh.
3
All Together, Fewer Pills
Our innovative design combines oily and dry ingredients in one capsule. Get nutrients you need in just 2 daily pills.*
We Want You to Ask Questions
Seriously. Our team of supplement experts and scientists has answers.
Essential Postnatal is formulated for the new nutrient demands on a mother for 6 months postpartum and throughout lactation.* The postpartum period is commonly defined as the time from birth up to 6 months post-birth. We recommend Essential Postnatal to women for 6 months after giving birth or for as long as they plan to breastfeed or pump.*
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 Postnatal has been independently certified for quality and purity. It is Non-GMO Project Verified.
The bottle for Essential Postnatal 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 new nutrient demands on a mother for 6 months postpartum and throughout lactation 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. Calcium-helper nutrients D3, K2, Magnesium, and Boron help support bone health, while Iron, Folate, and vitamin B12 contribute to red blood cell formation. Vitamins A, C & D help contribute to normal immune function, and Biotin, Iodine, and zinc support metabolic demand.*
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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Alex K.
Age 35 - 44
7 months on Essential Postnatal
My summary of the Essential Postnatal
9/14/2023
This has been such an easy and reliable supplement while breastfeeding.
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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Taylor R.
1 month on Essential Postnatal
Essential Postnatal
8/27/2023
Everything is great about the product other than the mint. I had only paid attention to the ingredients & didn’t notice the scent until I received it. Personally it’s off putting but I would still buy again
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
Ritual Response
1/1/1970
Sorry to hear you're not a fan of the mint essence. Good news - you can actually switch over to citrus! Here are the directions for how to switch from your account page: https://help.ritual.com/en/articles/7153155-how-do-i-switch-scents
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Alexis M.
Age 25 - 34
5 months on Essential Postnatal
Awesome vitamin when battling nausea
8/18/2023
Started taking during pregnancy and switched to postnatal after I had my baby. This was my third pregnancy and first time using ritual during. I loved that it had a minty taste and didn’t give me nasty burps after. It also never made me feel sick as many others did.
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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Jahmelia A.
Age 35 - 44
3 months on Essential Postnatal
My review of Essential Postnatal
8/9/2023
Excellent product! I love Ritual because of its transparency with their ingredients. My go to brand for prenatal and postnatal vitamins.
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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Cherlyn M.
Age 35 - 44
1 year 9 months on Essential Postnatal
Great prenatal
8/2/2023
Easy to take - no bad after taste
Yes, I'd tell a friend to take this product.
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