Prenatal Probiotics for Women to Support Mom - Lovebug

Plantarum

Lactobacillus Plantarum

Helps reduce inflammation and supports digestion, which can alleviate common pregnancy-related issues such as bloating and constipation. Helps reduce inflammation and supports digestion, which can alleviate common pregnancy-related issues such as bloating and constipation. Its ability to strengthen the immune system is especially valuable during pregnancy when the immune response is naturally altered.

Bifidum

Bifidobacterium Bifidum

Plays a vital role in supporting maternal immunity, reducing the risk of infections, and promoting gut health. Plays a vital role in supporting maternal immunity, reducing the risk of infections, and promoting gut health. This strain also helps in nutrient absorption, ensuring that both the mother and the baby receive essential nutrients for healthy development.

Infantis

Bifidobacterium Infantis

Is considered the super strain for moms and babies. Only 30% of women in the U.S. carry this strain to pass on to their babies; in the developing world 90% of mothers carry it. Scientists don't know why this strain is disappearing in the West, but they do know it is crucial to a baby's health and development. Is considered the super strain for moms and babies. Only 30% of women in the U.S. carry this strain to pass on to their babies; in the developing world 90% of mothers carry it. Scientists don't know why this strain is disappearing in the West, but they do know it is crucial to a baby's health and development. This strain is critical during the early months of life when a baby’s metabolism and immune system are developing. B. infantis evolved specifically to feed on the HMOs (Human Milk Oligosaccharides) in mom's breast milk and release chemicals that aid in brain and digestive system development. B. infantis is the good bacteria that takes up residence and can minimize the occurrence and growth of potentially harmful bacteria—especially those that are linked to a higher risk for conditions like colic, eczema, allergies, obesity, and diabetes.It aids in digesting complex carbohydrates and fibers, helping to reduce pregnancy-related gastrointestinal discomfort while promoting beneficial bacteria that can be transferred to the baby during delivery.

Reuteri

Lactobacillus Reuteri

Helps manage inflammation and supports oral and digestive health, reducing risks such as gum disease, which is more common during pregnancy. Helps manage inflammation and supports oral and digestive health, reducing risks such as gum disease, which is more common during pregnancy. This strain also supports the maternal microbiome in a way that may reduce colic risk and promote gut health in the baby after birth.

Rhamnosus

Lactobacillus Rhamnosus GG

Is well-known for its ability to strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of common infections during pregnancy. Is well-known for its ability to strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of common infections during pregnancy. It may also help prevent gestational diabetes by improving glucose metabolism and reducing the risk of preterm labor. Additionally, it supports the baby’s microbiome development.

Acidophilus

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Promotes digestive health and reduces the risk of yeast infections, which are more prevalent during pregnancy. Promotes digestive health and reduces the risk of yeast infections, which are more prevalent during pregnancy. By improving nutrient absorption, it helps support the mother’s energy levels and the baby’s growth.

Fermentum

Lactobacillus Fermentum

Is effective in managing inflammation and supporting immune health. Is effective in managing inflammation and supporting immune health. It also plays a role in reducing the risk of mastitis if used postpartum and contributes to a balanced maternal microbiome that positively influences the baby’s health.