Choline is one of the most important nutrients for early brain development—and one of the most overlooked.
Despite its importance, over 90% of women don’t get enough choline, and most prenatals contain far less than research suggests is needed. For a developing baby, this matters: choline helps build the memory and learning centers of the brain, especially the hippocampus.
At Mama Bird, we consider choline a non-negotiable for brain-first nutrition.
- Why Choline Matters Before Pregnancy
Choline shapes the hippocampus—the memory center
From the earliest days of pregnancy, choline helps build the neurons and synapses that will later support Learning - It supports methylation and DNA expression
Choline influences how genes are expressed during development. It's one of the ways nutrition and environment help shape lifelong brain potential. - It supports neural tube closure
Like methylfolate, choline helps protect against neural tube defects—and works synergistically with folate and B12. - It reduces stress reactivity in babies
Studies show that higher maternal choline intake is associated with:
Better infant attention
Why Most Women Don’t Get Enough Choline
Choline is found in foods like eggs, salmon, and beef liver. Many women avoid or limit these foods during early preconception.
Adding to this: most prenatals contain low or token amounts of choline, despite decades of research.
Mama Bird Prenatal Multi+ includes meaningful choline dosing because the developing brain depends on it.
How to Strengthen Choline Stores Before Pregnancy
Choose choline-rich foods: eggs, salmon, cauliflower, beans
Your Baby’s Future Memories Start Here
Choline is more than a nutrient—it’s part of your baby’s future ability to learn, remember, and grow with confidence.
