Why Is Iron So Important for the Mother During Pregnancy

question 89

Multiple Choice

Why is iron so important for the mother during pregnancy?

• A) her iron needs have priority over the fetus
• B) her body begins to poorly absorbs iron
• C) the body is preparing her for giving birth
• D) the fetus draws heavily from her stores

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