Key points
Hispanic/Latina women have a high risk of having a child born with a neural tube defect (NTD). Getting 400 mcg of folic acid daily before and during early pregnancy can help reduce the risk of NTDs. Use the video and sample messages in English and Spanish to help raise awareness about folic acid in your community.
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Sample Message
English
A mother's love starts long before your baby arrives. Start taking 400 mcg of folic acid before and continue during early pregnancy to give your baby the healthiest start.
Spanish
El amor de una madre comienza mucho antes de que llegue tu bebé. Comienza a tomar 400 mcg de ácido fólico antes y continúa durante el inicio del embarazo para darle a tu bebé el comienzo más saludable.
