{"title":"Pregnancy \u0026 Breastfeeding Probiotics","description":"\u003cp\u003ePregnancy and breastfeeding probiotics bring together formulas that feel more relevant to maternal-stage routines, especially when you want probiotic support that goes beyond a general everyday product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy probiotics come up during this stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigestive comfort, everyday gut balance, and baby-linked support are common reasons people look at probiotics during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Some formulas are made specifically for this stage, while others are broader options that still fit well because of their strain profile or pregnancy-related positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaternal probiotics can be more targeted than everyday blends\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome products in this range are clearly labelled for pregnancy and breastfeeding, which can make shopping feel simpler when you want a closer stage match. Others offer broader digestive support but still sit comfortably within this space because they are already positioned for maternal routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are shopping for younger children instead, our live \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthy.co.nz\/collections\/kids-baby-probiotics\"\u003eKids \u0026amp; Baby Probiotics\u003c\/a\u003e collection is the more relevant next stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes a higher bacteria count automatically mean a better probiotic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot always. The best fit depends on the formula, the strains used, and whether the product is designed for the stage and routine you actually want to support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this collection include both exact-match and broader options?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The strongest maternal-stage collections often include a small number of clearly relevant formulas rather than every probiotic on the site.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"inner-health-pregnancy-breastfeeding-probiotic","title":"Inner Health Pregnancy \u0026 Breastfeeding Probiotic","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpecifically formulated to help support the healthy bacterial balance and gut health of mother and baby during this important stage of life and development. Supports baby's immune system development. Reduces the chance of baby developing eczema. Maintains baby's health and well-being. Contains Lactobacillus rhamnosus LGG, Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM and Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07. 1 Capsule daily\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifically formulated to help support healthy bacterial balance and gut health in mum baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports baby's immune system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces the chance of baby developing eczema\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains baby's health and wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach capsule contains: Lactobacillus rhamnosus (GG) (LGG) 20 billion CFU* (organisms), Lactobacillus acidophilus (NCFM)| 5 billion CFU* (organisms), Bifidobacterium lactis (Bi-07)| 5 billion CFU* (organisms) *CFU - Colony Forming Units\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo added artificial flavouring, colouring or preservatives. Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, lactose, eggs and nuts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDosage\u003c\/h4\u003e\nPregnant Breastfeeding Women: Take 1 capsule daily or as directed by a healthcare professional.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\nKeep out of reach of children.\n\u003ch4\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInner Health Pregnancy \u0026amp; Breastfeeding Probiotic contains three researched strains, LGG®, NCFM® and Bi-07®, with 30 billion live bacteria per capsule. These strains are used to support healthy gut flora balance during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and they are also included for baby-related benefits such as immune development and skin health support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ingredients are what make this product specific. LGG®, NCFM® and Bi-07® are named strains commonly used in maternal and infant microbiome research, which is why this formula is positioned for both mum and baby rather than general digestion alone. If you want a probiotic for this stage of life, that is more useful than just looking at the CFU number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat strains are in Inner Health Pregnancy \u0026amp; Breastfeeding Probiotic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt contains LGG®, NCFM® and Bi-07®. These are researched strains commonly used in products for gut and immune support during pregnancy and breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this product different from a standard daily probiotic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is built around a life stage rather than general gut support only. The strain choice is aimed at supporting both mum’s gut health and baby-related immune and skin outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I know about the ingredients before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe formula keeps the focus on three named strains rather than a large blend. That can be helpful if you prefer a targeted product with clearly identified probiotics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inner Health","offers":[{"title":"30 Capsules","offer_id":39874206859373,"sku":"ETH051","price":51.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/4681\/4573\/files\/META-9315771011188NZ-1_cb51288c-cd6b-4bd7-abe2-dd1666105a35.png?v=1734663962"},{"product_id":"inner-health-skin-shield","title":"Inner Health Skin Shield","description":"\u003cp\u003eInner Health Fridge Free Skin Shield has been clinically trialed to show that when taken by mothers during pregnancy and breastfeeding, the strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG) strain may be able to protect their children's skin health, even before they are born.  The addition of Vitamin D and BB-12 has been shown to support skin health and reduce symptoms of irritable skin conditions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEczema \u0026amp; skin health can be linked to low Vitamin D Levels. When sun exposure is limited, Inner Health Skin Shield may:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelp reduce the occurrence of symptoms of acne. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport skin healing, health, regeneration \u0026amp; repair. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce skin irritation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelieve \u0026amp; reduce the occurrence of symptoms or eczema \u0026amp; dermatitis. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDosage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults:\u003cbr\u003eTake 1 capsule daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren over 2 years: Take the contents of 1 capsule, as a powder, once-daily mixed with water, milk or formula to reduce eczema occurrence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthy.co.nz\/products\/inner-health-eczema-shield-kids?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=6c8abb47d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eInner Health Eczema Shield Kids\u003c\/a\u003e is specifically designed for easier dosing for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach capsule contains an exclusive probiotic blend:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG®) - 20 Billion CFU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBifidobacterium animals ssp lactis (BB-12) - 6 Billion CFU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCholecalciferol (Microencapsulated Vitamin D) - 25mcg (1000IU)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore below 25 degrees celsius. No refrigeration required. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInner Health Skin Shield combines 26 billion live probiotics from LGG® and BB-12® with 25 micrograms of vitamin D3. The probiotic strains are included for gut and immune support, while vitamin D is added because skin health and skin barrier function can be affected when vitamin D levels are low.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat combination makes Skin Shield more specific than a general probiotic. The probiotics help support the gut-skin connection, and the vitamin D adds support for skin health and repair when sun exposure is limited. Vitamin D and probiotics are often used together in skin-focused products because both can influence immune balance and skin function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does Inner Health Skin Shield include vitamin D?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVitamin D is included because it plays a role in skin health and immune function. In Skin Shield, it adds something extra beyond the probiotic strains alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the probiotics in Inner Health Skin Shield do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLGG® and BB-12® are there to support healthy gut flora and immune balance. That matters because the gut and skin can influence each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Inner Health Skin Shield mainly a gut product or a skin product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is really both. The product uses gut-focused probiotics, but the added vitamin D and skin support claims make it more targeted to skin concerns than a standard daily probiotic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inner Health","offers":[{"title":"30 Capsules","offer_id":39874176385133,"sku":"ETH012","price":46.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/4681\/4573\/products\/META_9315771011195NZ-1.jpg?v=1613357866"},{"product_id":"probiotica-ultra-strength-100-billion","title":"Probiotica Ultra Strength 100 Billion - Short Dated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Dated Until 02\/09\/2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutralife Probiotica Ultra Strength is a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003en Ultra Strength Probiotic + Prebiotic formula that works to restore optimal balance of healthy gut flora. Made with 3 strains of high strength beneficial bacteria to support gastro-intestinal and immune system health. 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Contains \u0026lt;0.001mg per capsule - trace amounts of sulfites coming from the capsule. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProBiotica Ultra Strength 100 Billion provides 100 billion CFU from three probiotic strains, Lactobacillus acidophilus La-14, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis Bl-04 and Lactobacillus plantarum Lp-115, with a small amount of inulin as a prebiotic. These strains are commonly used to support digestive health, help maintain a healthy balance of gut bacteria and support immune function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main point of this product is potency. The high CFU count may appeal to you if you want a stronger daily probiotic or extra support after antibiotics or digestive upset. Inulin adds a prebiotic fibre source, which helps support beneficial bacteria in the gut. Multi-strain probiotics and prebiotics are widely used together because they combine live bacteria with a food source for those bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat strains are in ProBiotica Ultra Strength 100 Billion?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt contains La-14, Bl-04 and Lp-115. These are well-known probiotic strains used in supplements for digestive balance and immune support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is inulin included in ProBiotica Ultra Strength 100 Billion?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInulin is a prebiotic fibre. 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