Atoms are the building blocks of matter. They are the smallest particles of an element that still have the elementâs properties. Elements are pure substancesâsuch as nickel, hydrogen, and heliumâthat make up all kinds of matter. All the atoms of a given element are identical in that they have the same number of protons, one of the building blocks of atoms.
During pregnancy, take a prenatal vitamin each day that has 600 micrograms of folic acid in it. You need more folic acid during pregnancy to help your baby grow and develop. Your health care provider can prescribe a prenatal vitamin for you. Or you can get prenatal vitamins over the counter without a prescription.
Take a folic acid supplement if you have irregular periods. Folic acid is an essential nutrient for pregnant women and it can help to improve your chances of conceiving if you have irregular ovulation. Both of these nutrients can help encourage egg development and ovulation. 2  A small amount of full fat dairy. 3  Overall, the healthy heart diet advises a low dairy intake, but a small amount of full fat dairy by consuming yogurt, milk, or cheese, may improve your fertility.