I also had low Vit D at the 28 week bloods recently. Mine were about half of yours. I remember the hospital being happy with anything over 50, so doesn't sound like yours are terrible.
I was sent to the hospital endocrinologist, who told me to take 3x tables daily for a week, then 2x, then 1x per day long-term. She said to get my GP to check up on the levels after birth and into the future. Tablets are Ostelin - can't remember what they are in terms of iu, but it seems a standard size (I actually got a cheaper brand).
They are also testing the cord blood to make sure bub wasn't affected (although it is highly unlikely).
i have vit D deficiency as well - mine was 27 i also have fair skin & wear sunscreen & don't spend a lot of time in the sun. my doctor recommended a supplement & also gave me a specific dose. i had to take 9 tablets a day for the first week & then back down to the normal 1 per day so it may be worth asking your doctor if you need to do anything in particular to get your levels up or whether the 1 per day is sufficient (only take more than 1 if your doctor tells you to of course!).
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i also have fair skin & wear sunscreen & don't spend a lot of time in the sun. my doctor recommended a supplement & also gave me a specific dose. i had to take 9 tablets a day for the first week & then back down to the normal 1 per day so it may be worth asking your doctor if you need to do anything in particular to get your levels up or whether the 1 per day is sufficient (only take more than 1 if your doctor tells you to of course!).
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