Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA, Unflavored, 90 Soft Gels
A tested, easy to take prenatal fish oil at a premium price; ask a provider first.
The short version
- Pregnant or breastfeeding people whose provider has suggested a DHA supplement
- Anyone who has struggled with fishy burps from larger fish oil capsules
- People who want a brand that publishes third party test results
- You follow a vegan or vegetarian diet
- Your prenatal vitamin already includes enough DHA, per your provider
- You are allergic to iodine or take blood thinners and have not cleared it with a physician
What owners like
- Little or no fishy taste or burps for many users
- Small soft gels that are easy to swallow
- Trust in the brand's purity testing and published certificates of analysis
Common complaints
- Costs more than many store brand fish oils
- Not suitable for vegans or vegetarians
- Covers DHA and vitamin D only, so a separate prenatal vitamin is still needed
- Soft gels can get sticky in hot weather
Based on Nordic Naturals' Mom and Baby product guide, retailer listings at Amazon, Whole Foods Market and Oakway Naturals, and an editorial review at Compare Maniac..
Research scores
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What it does
A fish oil soft gel for pregnancy and breastfeeding that gives 480 mg DHA, 205 mg EPA and 400 IU vitamin D3 in a two soft gel serving.
- Unflavored soft gels; a strawberry version is also sold
- Nordic Naturals says it is the official omega-3 of the American Pregnancy Association
- Non-GMO verified and Friend of the Sea certified fish, per the maker
- Retail listings describe the soft gels as smaller than standard fish oil capsules
- Suggested use is two soft gels daily with food, or as directed by a healthcare professional
A widely sold, third party tested prenatal fish oil from a long running omega-3 brand, for people whose healthcare provider has suggested a DHA supplement. The trade-offs are a premium price, a fish and gelatin formula that does not suit vegans, and the fact that it is not a full prenatal multivitamin.
How it compares
Specs
- Serving size
- 2 soft gels
- Per serving
- 830 mg total omega-3, including 480 mg DHA and 205 mg EPA
- Vitamin D3
- 10 mcg (400 IU)
- Bottle
- 90 soft gels, 45 servings
- Oil source
- Purified deep sea fish oil from anchovies and sardines
- Form
- Triglyceride form, per Nordic Naturals
- Other ingredients
- Gelatin, glycerin, water, d-alpha tocopherol, vitamin D3 in olive oil
- Free of
- Gluten, milk derivatives, artificial colors or flavors
- Testing
- Third party purity tested, certificates of analysis available
Worth knowing
- Nordic Naturals says to consult your physician before use if you are allergic to iodine, use blood thinners, or anticipate surgery.
- Take two soft gels daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional or pharmacist.
- Keep out of reach of children, store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, and do not use if the tamper evident seal is broken or missing.
- Oakway Naturals' listing notes it may be made on the same line as products containing soy derivatives.
- These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA; the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Questions
How much DHA is in Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA?
480 mg DHA and 205 mg EPA per two soft gel serving, with 830 mg total omega-3.
How many days does a 90 count bottle last?
45 days at the suggested two soft gels a day.
Is Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA third party tested?
Nordic Naturals says all its products are third party tested and that certificates of analysis are available.
Is it a complete prenatal vitamin?
No. It supplies omega-3s and vitamin D3 only. Nordic Naturals sells a separate prenatal multivitamin.
What fish is it made from?
Anchovies and sardines, per the maker's ingredient list.
Sources
- Nordic Naturals: Mom and Baby Product Guide (PDF)
- Amazon.com: Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA, Omega-3 + Vitamin D3, Unflavored, 90 Count
- Whole Foods Market: Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA, Unflavored, 90 Soft Gels
- Oakway Naturals: Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA, 90 Softgels
- Compare Maniac: Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA Reviews
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.