When you’re pregnant, especially as a surrogate, you quickly learn that every little choice feels important. From staying hydrated to getting enough rest, it can feel like your
body is suddenly in the spotlight. One nutrient that often doesn’t get enough attention, though, is vitamin D. It’s simple, but it plays a surprisingly big role in supporting a healthy pregnancy.
Vitamin D is sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin,” and while sunlight helps our bodies produce it, many women still don’t get enough. This is particularly true during pregnancy. Between busy schedules, sunscreen use, indoor work, and seasonal changes, deficiency is more common than most people realize.
During pregnancy, vitamin D supports more than just bone health. It helps your body absorb calcium properly, which is essential for building strong bones and teeth for the baby you’re carrying. For surrogates, this is especially important because your body is doing double duty and supporting both your own health and the development of someone else’s child.
Vitamin D also plays a role in immune function. Pregnancy naturally changes how your immune system works, and maintaining healthy vitamin D levels may help support your body’s ability to fight off illness and inflammation.
There is also growing awareness around vitamin D’s connection to mood and emotional well-being. Hormonal shifts, appointments, and the emotional aspects of surrogacy can be a lot to navigate. While vitamin D is not a cure-all, adequate levels may help support mental balance and energy, which is something every pregnant woman can appreciate.
The good news is that vitamin D is relatively easy to support through a combination of sunlight, diet, and supplements when recommended by your healthcare provider. Fatty fish, egg yolks, fortified milk, and prenatal vitamins often include vitamin D, but blood work is the best way to know where your levels truly stand.
Every surrogacy journey is different, and what works for one person may not be right for another. Because it is possible to have too much vitamin D, supplementation should always be guided and monitored by a physician, who can run blood work to determine whether there is a true deficiency and what dosage is appropriate. The most important step is having open conversations with your physician and advocating for your health. Supporting your body with the nutrients it needs, including vitamin D when appropriate, is one more way to honor the incredible work you are doing.
If you have any questions at all during your surrogacy, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Shared Conception. Our team is here to help and support you throughout the entire journey. You can contact us at 713-622-1144.
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