The Best Multivitamins For Women: Prenatal, Postnatal & Beyond

Looking for a comprehensive multivitamin that's optimized to give both men and women the essential vitamins and minerals they need to thrive? Look no further than mbg's ultimate multivitamin+. It features 33 premium ingredients including 14 essential vitamins, 13 minerals (including essential mineral iron support for younger and older women) and 6 botanical bioactives at science-backed doses (no sprinkling here) to provide daily support for immunity, brain health, heart health, and more. This cutting-edge supplement is stored in a UV-protective, eco-friendly amber glass jar and optimized for bioavailability, bioactivity, and gentleness. Just two vegan capsules a day helps you mind your nutrient gaps, and enjoy an array of premium longevity botanicals (master antioxidant glutathione, resveratrol, piperine, and a bouquet of carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin, and lycopene) to boot.*

Garden Of Life’s vegan and organic supplement provides 500% of the daily value of vitamin B12, which is notoriously hard for women to get enough of—especially if they eat a mostly plant-based diet. We appreciate that this supplement delivers a lineup of essential vitamins and most minerals and features a blend of organic whole foods. Its ingredient list could be cleaner, though, and it's missing a few all-important minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium.

Iron is an essential mineral and women of all ages have daily nutritional requirements (hence, why we believe that it’s important for a comprehensive multivitamin). However, iron needs can vary depending on age, gender, and life stage. For example, following menopause, daily iron requirements slight decrease. If you fall into that camp, or it's simply a matter of personal preference or biology, consider this iron-free supplement from Metagenics. It contains more than 20 essential vitamins and minerals (though calcium, potassium, and vitamin K2 are missing from the list) and is enhanced with a unique array of phytonutrients like zeaxanthin, lutein, and lycopene.*

Prenatal care is not to be neglected, and Best Nest’s Mama Bird multivitamin offers targeted support for this special time of life. Each caplet is easy to swallow and gentle for sensitive stomachs, and one a day is all you need for an array of essential vitamins and minerals.

Containing a higher dose of iron (18 mg) to support pregnancy daily needs (27 mg), this supplement also has a unique blend of probiotics, digestive enzymes, and organic herbs (including organic chamomile flower and ginger root) for belly comfort. Organic and vegan, this multi is free of the things your baby doesn't need, like sugar, preservatives, artificial color and flavors.*

Doctor-designed for breastfeeding mothers and their growing babies, MegaFood’s Baby & Me 2 multivitamin high-quality formula delivers important nutrients like vitamins C, D, and E, and minerals like iodine and chromium. A standout ingredient in this formula is the organic moringa leaf extract, an ancient botanical that's been shown to naturally promote breast milk production. It's worth noting that this supplement is missing calcium and magnesium, though, so new mamas will need to be intentional about getting these essential minerals through their diet or additional supplementation instead.*

Some nutritional needs begin to change as you grow older, and this comprehensive multivitamin from Pure Encapsulations is formulated for women 40+. Complete with a good source of calcium (coming in at 200 mg per serving) plus a unique array of botanicals, and modest doses of adaptogens (including rhodiola and lemon balm) it promotes cardiovascular health, eye health, and a balanced mood, as well as supports urinary tract and breast health. Just be prepared to take three capsules a day of this multi, and to get your iron elsewhere. It's lacking in this otherwise comprehensive vegetarian multi.*

A high-quality, comprehensive multivitamin can go a long way in supporting you through certain life stages, including menopause. In one single, vegetarian tablet, Rainbow Light Menopause One Multi offers a targeted blend of nutrients, with a high-potency B vitamin complex, essential antioxidants to combat oxidative stress, and digestive support from plant-sourced enzymes. While the formula is lacking in iron, potassium, and vitamin K2, it contains a unique herbal blend including the the botanical black cohosh, which has been shown to help women keep their cool (literally) through the temperature regulation challenges of menopause.*

Need a little extra help in the energy department? New Chapter’s Perfect Energy Multivitamin is formulated with 22 vitamins and minerals (including all 8 essential B vitamins) to support the generation of ATP energy and keep you going all day long. Plus, this unique multi supports a healthy stress response with a modest amount of adaptogenic herbs like organic maca, rhodiola, and ginseng. As a newly certified B Corp, New Chapter also prioritizes environmental health through smart sourcing and meaningful philanthropic partnerships.*

They may be delicious, but gummies are the least complete form of multivitamin (note the missing ingredient list — there's only so much room to fit nutrients within all that sugar and gelatin or pectin). If you're going to take one, it should at least have the major essential nutrients and clean “other ingredients,” like this option from SmartyPants. It boasts 17 essential nutrients plus other premium active ingredients such as omega-3s, CoQ10, and choline in significant amounts to aid in supporting a healthy heart and energy levels. Organic cane sugar, organic tapioca sugar, and natural colors and flavors round out this cleaner candy.*

You don't need to break the bank in order to find a multivitamin that does its job well. Case in point: This Two-Per-Day Multivitamin from Life Extension, a high-potency formula that offers the recommended daily allowances of vitamins (including some methylated B vitamins like folate and B12) and minerals—all for around 30 cents per serving (two tablets). It also contains modest doses of quercetin, lycopene, and zeaxanthin to promote eye health and combat oxidative stress, and reviewers note that it's given them more energy, better sleep, and higher quality of life overall.*