Iron Infusions
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During pregnancy, the body prioritizes the mother’s essential functions when distributing nutrients, such as iron. This protective mechanism ensures the mother remains strong enough to support the growing fetus. However, it can mean that unless iron intake is sufficient, the baby may not receive all the iron it needs, putting both at risk for complications such as anemia. That’s why early monitoring and supplementation are so important.
Iron is a key mineral for pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. During this stage, your body is hard at work supporting fetal development and needs more iron than usual. Although you can take iron supplements and include more iron in your diet, you might be facing challenges from morning sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). At Materna, iron infusions can help ensure your body has the nutrients it needs and support your health in whatever comes next.
Iron Infusions
Iron infusions at Materna deliver essential iron directly into your bloodstream, helping to prevent and treat iron deficiency during pregnancy—especially when morning sickness or HG make oral supplements difficult.
Iron infusions bypass the digestive system, ensuring your body absorbs iron efficiently, even if you struggle with nausea, vomiting, or food aversions during pregnancy.
Maintaining healthy iron levels is crucial for both you and your baby. Iron infusions help prevent complications like anemia, support energy, and promote healthy fetal development.
Our OB/GYN team tests your iron levels and tailors your treatment in a relaxing office setting. The infusion takes 30–60 minutes, with guidance on diet, side effects, and follow-up care for your peace of mind.
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What is an Iron Infusion?
Iron infusions are a form of IV therapy where iron is administered directly into the bloodstream. Iron deficiency is a common problem during pregnancy – that’s because of the sudden increase in blood volume as your body begins to prepare for growing a new life. Blood is essential to you and your baby’s health, carrying oxygen, supporting energy levels, keeping up immune function, reducing the risk of low birth weight, and much more. This means it’s essential to ensure you’re maintaining sufficient iron levels throughout early pregnancy, especially at a time when it’s difficult.
Benefits of Iron Infusions During Early Pregnancy
The biggest benefit of iron infusions is that they can bypass the digestive system, allowing your body to absorb iron directly. For women who have hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), morning sickness, or food aversions, getting enough iron can be challenging, especially through oral supplements (which can cause their own side effects). Although you can take supplements, they may not work effectively when you can’t keep food down. By acting early and maintaining steady blood iron levels, you can achieve a healthier pregnancy.
What to Expect During Your Iron Infusion
Iron infusions are performed in our relaxing and comfortable office. Our OB/GYN providers will test your blood iron levels and determine the best path forward. We can also discuss your other symptoms, such as nausea or past health problems, which are interfering with your iron levels. We’ll also help you understand more about how to get more iron from your diet, taking into account your habits and food aversions. Our team can quickly and effectively put in an IV while you relax in our calm, clinical setting. The drip typically takes 30-60 minutes to complete, after which we’ll monitor you and ensure you feel confident in your next steps. We’ll recommend when to return for your next appointment, as well as what side effects you can expect. You may have some brief fatigue and a metallic taste, but you can return to your daily activities right away.
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Call or text to book a free, 15-minute consultation with our team. At Materna, we specialize in supporting women during the earliest and most crucial phase of this important journey. Contact us today to get started.
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We provide a comprehensive range of services, including routine gynecologic care, prenatal care up to 20 weeks, annual wellness exams, screenings (such as Pap smears and HPV testing), fertility support, treatment for gynecologic conditions, and in-office procedures like IUD insertion and colposcopy.
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Please bring your insurance card, a valid ID, any medical records related to your health history, and a list of medications you’re currently taking. If this is a prenatal visit, it is also helpful to bring any relevant information about your pregnancy and any questions you may have.
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We provide prenatal care up to 20 weeks of pregnancy. If you’re in the early stages of pregnancy or planning to conceive, we encourage you to book a consultation with us to discuss your options and receive early prenatal care.
For your annual wellness exam, it’s helpful to arrive with any questions or concerns you might have about your health, along with a list of any medications you’re taking. If you’re due for a Pap smear or other screenings, we’ll handle those during your appointment. Avoid douching or using vaginal products 24 hours before your exam to ensure the most accurate results.
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