Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA
by Nordic Naturals
"The #1 prenatal DHA — 480mg DHA + 205mg EPA with vitamin D3 for fetal brain development and maternal health"
Overview
Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA provides 480mg DHA and 205mg EPA per serving (2 softgels) plus 400 IU vitamin D3. DHA is the primary structural fatty acid in the fetal brain and retina — adequate DHA during pregnancy is critical for fetal brain development, visual acuity, and cognitive function. The American Pregnancy Association recommends Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA as the official omega-3 for pregnancy. The small softgels are designed to minimize fishy aftertaste during pregnancy when nausea sensitivity is heightened.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| DHA | 480 mg |
| EPA | 205 mg |
| Vitamin D3 | 400 IU |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- Official APA-recommended prenatal DHA
- Small softgels (nausea-friendly)
- 480mg DHA (above minimum recommendation)
- Nordic Naturals purity
- 10,000+ reviews
What Could Be Better
- 2 softgels per serving
- Premium price
- Only 45 servings (90 softgels)
- No EPA focus
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Pregnancy DHA supplementation
- Fetal brain development
- Nursing mothers
- Those wanting APA-recommended DHA
Not Ideal For
- General omega-3 (use regular fish oil)
- Budget omega-3 seekers
- Those wanting high EPA
Our Verdict
Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA is the gold standard prenatal omega-3 — recommended by the American Pregnancy Association with 480mg DHA for fetal brain development. The small softgels minimize pregnancy nausea.