Nursing Blend

Nursing Blend

Fairhaven Health Milkies4.5 (1,710 ratings)
Format:Capsule Quantity: 90 Capsule(s) · 30 servings
Goals
$19.95 $0.66 per serving

About this product

The clearest role is filling nutritional gaps during a nursing routine, rather than demonstrating an effect on milk supply. Iron, folate, B vitamins, iodine and zinc support normal nutrient functions when intake falls short. The unidentified proprietary blend does not provide enough information to assess what the nursing-focused additions contribute.

Vitamin D supplies 70 mcg, but calcium at 40 mg and magnesium at 20 mg provide little of the bone minerals themselves. The 18 mg ferrous fumarate serving can be harder on the stomach, and accompanying zinc may compete with iron absorption. Biotin at 600 mcg does not establish improved postpartum hair growth or stronger nails when nutrient needs are already met.

Clear amounts for many nutrients help with planning, but repeated vitamin A, folate and B12 entries make some totals uncertain. The 1,360 mg blend remains a more important limitation because neither its components nor their individual amounts are supplied. Suitability while breastfeeding needs those details and consideration of overlap with an existing prenatal or postnatal supplement.

Who is it for
  • Breastfeeding adults whose nutrition plan calls for these nutrients and who can verify the complete blend first.
Best for
  • Filling identified postnatal nutrient gaps after checking the whole ingredient list.

Pros

  • Iodine form and quantity are clearly stated.
  • Zinc and copper amounts are both disclosed.
  • Iron and folate provide nutritional support relevant to low intake.

Cons

  • Blend ingredients and their individual amounts are unavailable.
  • Very small calcium and magnesium contributions limit bone-mineral coverage.
  • Repeated nutrient rows leave some totals uncertain.
  • Milk-supply and extra hair-growth benefits are not established.

Warnings

  • The unidentified 1,360 mg blend cannot be assessed for breastfeeding suitability; obtain its complete composition before use.
  • Ferrous fumarate at 18 mg may cause stomach discomfort; adding another iron-containing supplement increases the combined amount.
  • The 70 mcg vitamin D serving is substantial; check overlap with prenatal, postnatal and separate vitamin D products.

Product analysis

52 out of 100

Nursing Blend brings a broad range of vitamins and minerals together with a proprietary blend. The blend does not identify its individual components, making it harder to judge the complete mixture.

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Nutrient Quality55

Several nutrient forms are favorable, including biotin, iodine, zinc and chromium. Copper sulfate and vitamin K1 are weaker choices, and the proprietary blend leaves its individual components unnamed.

Ingredient Transparency77

Ingredient amounts are clearly listed, helping you compare servings. Some forms and mixture details remain unclear.

Value For Money36

Value varies, with reasonable value for several nutrients but relatively high costs for others. Selenium and chromium are particularly costly for their amounts, while older selenium and copper comparisons add uncertainty.

Customer Satisfaction79

Customer feedback is generally positive. The number of reviews gives more context to satisfaction but does not establish effectiveness or safety.

Product Focus6

The broad ingredient mix spans many goals without firmly establishing the expected benefits. No ingredient is confirmed to be unnecessary.

Format
Capsule
Container
90 Capsule(s)
Per serving
$0.66
Customer rating
4.5 · 1,710 ratings
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Goals

Impact
Moderate effect
C- Ingredient FitD+ PathwaysC+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 600 mcg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 8 studies
Calcium Supportive 1 study
Iron Disputed 4 studies
Magnesium Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Selenium Adverse 1 study
Vitamin C Supportive 1 study
Vitamin D Supportive 8 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 6 studies
Zinc No effect 1 study
Hair Health
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitD- PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 600 mcgVitamin D · 70 mcgZinc · 15 mgIron · 18 mgVitamin C · 60 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 4 studies
Copper Adverse 4 studies
Folate Mixed 15 studies
Iodine No effect 1 study
Iron Disputed 25 studies
Niacin Disputed 2 studies
Selenium Disputed 7 studies
Vitamin A Disputed 13 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Vitamin E No effect 3 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies
Immunity
Impact
Highest effect
C+ Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Magnesium · 20 mgVitamin C · 60 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin A · 2400 mcgVitamin D · 70 mcgSelenium · 70 mcg
Study evidence
Iron Supportive 23 studies
Magnesium Supportive 8 studies
Selenium Mixed 37 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 107 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 85 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 21 studies
Zinc Supportive 73 studies
Everyday Health
Impact
Highest effect
B+ Ingredient FitA+ PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Folate · 1360 mcg DFEVitamin B12 · 16 mcgVitamin D · 70 mcgMagnesium · 20 mgVitamin K · 80 mcgSelenium · 70 mcgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 60 mg
Study evidence
Folate Supportive 80 studies
Magnesium Supportive 114 studies
Selenium Supportive 70 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 56 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 115 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 34 studies
Zinc Supportive 60 studies
Bone Health
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Vitamin K · 80 mcgMagnesium · 20 mgCalcium · 40 mgVitamin D · 70 mcgCopper · 1 mgManganese · 2 mgZinc · 15 mgVitamin C · 60 mg
Study evidence
Calcium Supportive 144 studies
Copper Disputed 20 studies
Folate Supportive 50 studies
Magnesium Supportive 48 studies
Manganese Adverse 12 studies
Vitamin A Adverse 56 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 46 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 202 studies
Vitamin K Supportive 78 studies
Zinc Supportive 33 studies
Impact
Moderate effect
C Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Iodine · 150 mcgVitamin D · 70 mcgVitamin B5 · 20 mgMagnesium · 20 mgRiboflavin · 4 mgThiamin · 3.4 mgVitamin B12 · 16 mcgIron · 18 mg
Study evidence
Iodine Adverse 3 studies
Iron Supportive 74 studies
Magnesium Supportive 4 studies
Thiamin Disputed 12 studies
Vitamin D Supportive 32 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Vitamin A (Beta-Carotene, Mixed Carotenoids, Natural)
2400 mcg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
60 mg
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)
70 mcg
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acid Succinate)
20 mg
Vitamin K (Phytonadione)
80 mcg 32
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
3.4 mg
Riboflavin
4 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide)
40 mg 65
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
5 mg
Folate (5-Methyltetrahydrofolate, Calcium)
1360 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin, Methylcobalamin)
16 mcg
Biotin (D-Biotin)
600 mcg 66
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
20 mg 61
Calcium (Calcium Citrate)
40 mg
Iron (Ferrous Fumarate)
18 mg 57
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
150 mcg 90
Magnesium (Magnesium Citrate)
20 mg
Zinc (Zinc Gluconate)
15 mg 74
Selenium (L-Selenomethionine)
70 mcg 70
Copper (Copper Sulfate)
1 mg 59
Manganese (Manganese Amino Acid Chelate)
2 mg 72
Chromium (Chromium Picolinate)
120 mcg 47
Proprietary Blend
1360 mg
Report overview
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
A serving provides 150 mcg of iodine at a moderate cost per serving. The iodine comes from Potassium Iodide.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The iodine comes from Potassium Iodide. No marine source is indicated, so the seaweed-specific purity concern does not apply.
Iodine Form & Bioavailability
The iodine comes from Potassium Iodide.
Marine Source Purity & Sourcing
No marine source is indicated, so the seaweed-specific purity concern does not apply.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

150 mcg of iodine falls within the range used for daily thyroid support. The amount and source are stated.
Dosage Efficacy for Daily Support
150 mcg of iodine falls within the range used for daily thyroid support.
Dosage Safety & Upper Limits
The 150 mcg serving is below the upper intake limit.
Elemental Iodine Transparency
The iodine amount and its source, Potassium Iodide, are stated.

Value50

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is moderate.
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
Each serving provides 2 mg of manganese at a moderate cost per serving. It can contribute to nutritional maintenance. It uses manganese amino acid chelate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

Manganese Amino Acid Chelate is the stated manganese form.
Manganese Chemical Form
Manganese Amino Acid Chelate is the stated manganese form.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency86

2 mg can contribute to nutritional maintenance, though it may offer less for targeted bone support. The label states the manganese amount and source.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
2 mg can contribute to nutritional maintenance, though it may offer less for targeted bone support.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The label states the manganese amount and its source.

Value50

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is moderate.
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
+1
A serving provides 15 mg of zinc at a high cost per serving. The zinc comes from Zinc Gluconate. It also contains 1 mg of copper.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80

The zinc comes from Zinc Gluconate.
Zinc Form Bioavailability
The zinc comes from Zinc Gluconate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency91

Each serving supplies 15 mg of zinc. It also contains 1 mg of copper.
Elemental Dose Transparency
The zinc amount and source are stated.
Zinc Dosage Safety & Effectiveness
Each serving supplies 15 mg of zinc.
Zinc-to-Copper Mineral Balance
It also contains 1 mg of copper.

Value30

The cost per serving is high.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is high.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

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    Manoj P; Derwin R; George S · International journal of older people nursing · 2023
    Meta-analysis12,620 participants7 studies pooledBone Health forCalcium
  2. Calcium supplementation prevents seasonal bone loss and changes in biochemical markers of bone turnover in elderly New England women: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
    Storm D; Eslin R; Porter ES; Musgrave K; Vereault D; Patton C; Kessenich C; Mohan S; Chen T; Holick MF; Rosen CJ · The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 1998
    Randomized trial60 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  3. The effects of calcium supplementation (milk powder or tablets) and exercise on bone density in postmenopausal women.
    Prince R; Devine A; Dick I; Criddle A; Kerr D; Kent N; Price R; Randell A · Journal of bone and mineral research : the official journal of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research · 1995
    Randomized trial168 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  4. The efficacy of calcium supplementation alone in elderly Thai women over a 2-year period: a randomized controlled trial.
    Rajatanavin R; Chailurkit L; Saetung S; Thakkinstian A; Nimitphong H · Osteoporosis international : a journal established as result of cooperation between the European Foundation for Osteoporosis and the National Osteoporosis Foundation of the USA · 2014
    Randomized trial404 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  5. Calcium-enriched foods and bone mass growth in prepubertal girls: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Bonjour JP; Carrie AL; Ferrari S; Clavien H; Slosman D; Theintz G; Rizzoli R · The Journal of clinical investigation · 1997
    Randomized trial149 participantsBone Health forCalcium
  6. The Association between Dietary and Circulating Copper Levels and Osteoporosis: a Scoping Review.
    Ju Y; Xiong W; Pang Y; Chen Z; Hou J; Zheng S; Li Z; Liu T; Xia H; Xia M; Zhong Y; Li J; Jiang X · Biological trace element research · 2026
    Scoping review18 studies pooledBone Health forCopper
  7. Association between dietary copper, iron, zinc, selenium intake and osteopenia or osteoporosis in elderly hypertensive patients: a retrospective cohort study.
    Chen M; Jia L; Gao R · Frontiers in nutrition · 2024
    Cohort study5,286 participantsBone Health forCopper
  8. Associations of dietary copper intake with total bone mineral density and lumbar spine bone mineral density in American adults.
    Hu M; Wang Z; Li C; Zheng Y; Hu J · Medicine · 2025
    Cross-sectional studyBone Health forCopper
  9. The association between dietary mineral intake and bone mineral density: a cross-sectional study.
    Wei M; Wei J; Huang S · Journal of health, population, and nutrition · 2025
    Cross-sectional study11,520 participantsBone Health forCopper
  10. Association between dietary copper intake and bone mineral density in children and adolescents aged 8-19 years: A cross-sectional study.
    Cui A; Yan J; Li H; Fan Z; Wei X; Wang H; Zhuang Y · PloS one · 2024
    Cross-sectional study6,965 participantsBone Health forCopper
  11. Association between RBC folate and lumbar bone mineral density in postmenopausal women, a cross-sectional study from NHANES 2009-2018.
    Wei H; Jin Z; Zhou L; Tang G; Chai S; Che X; Tan Y; Zeng W · Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025
    Cross-sectional study1,315 participantsBone Health forFolate
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  13. Adequate Intake and Supplementation of B Vitamins, in Particular Folic Acid, can Play a Protective Role in Bone Health.
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    Cross-sectional study161 participantsBone Health forFolate
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  16. Association between Serum Magnesium and Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.
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