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Friendly bacteria for new mothers

Are you a new mother, navigating the beautiful journey of pregnancy or caring for your newborn? Congratulations on this incredible chapter of your life! As you prioritise the health and wellness of both yourself and your little one, consider the benefits of taking a friendly bacteria supplement.

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Expert strains

Our best friendly bacteria for new mothers

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Why should I consider friendly bacteria?

You already have trillions of bacteria living in your gut, collectively known as the gut microbiome and did you know that different types of bacteria do different things?

Optibac is home to the UK’s most recommended brand of friendly bacteria supplements †, all backed by years of credible scientific research. We've been developing our range with Gold Standard Science since 2004 and we know not one size fits all, so have curated our range for individual needs and life stages.

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For Pregnancy

During pregnancy, your body undergoes numerous changes, including fluctuations in hormone levels and shifts in your digestive system. 

Optibac Pregnancy offers targeted support during this crucial time and uses the best researched friendly bacteria for pregnancy. Optibac Pregnancy has been carefully developed for during pregnancy, breastfeeding and post birth.

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For Your Baby

As you welcome your precious bundle of joy into the world, nurturing their health becomes your top priority.

Optibac have developed a friendly bacteria supplement especially for your baby. Safe for newborns from birth to 3 years, Baby Drops naturally complements a baby’s developing gut flora and are perfect for little ones who prefer a fuss-free, liquid format.

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For Babies & Children

A flavourless, easy-to-mix powder suitable from newborn to age 12. This gentle, all-round supplement contains live cultures and fibre to increase natural gut bacteria, plus Vitamin D3 to support immune health.

It’s perfect for babies ready to move on from liquid drops and older children who enjoy their friendly bacteria in a ‘fairy dust’ powder format!

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Friendly bacteria: your questions answered

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