01/06/2026
When we talk about prenatal nutrition, folate usually gets all the attention—but choline deserves a place in the conversation too.
Choline is an essential nutrient involved in fetal brain and nervous system development, cell membrane formation, placental function, & healthy methylation pathways.
Research continues to show that adequate maternal choline intake may play an important role in supporting baby’s neurodevelopment.
Despite this, many pregnant women don’t meet current intake recommendations through diet alone.
As a naturopath, I love helping women optimise their nutrition during pregnancy with a food-first approach whenever possible.