Hi all,
I'm currently 22 weeks pregnant with number 3. Around week 16 I began to feel extremely fatigued but put it down to working part time and running around after a 2 and 5 year old. Around week 20.5 became unbearable coupled with feeling breathless so a visit to doctor and blood test later revealed an iron level of 14. Started on iron pills 5 days ago (no difference yet, I know it can take 2-3 weeks to build up levels enough to feel an effect). There is plenty of information on line with regards to maternal impact however, I can't find information on how this might impact the growing baby. Anyone let me know how their iron deficiency played out and whether this had any impact on your littles? I realise your replies are anecdotal but just looking for a little more insight for those who have experience with this. TIA. X