Plan Ahead
Experts agree that the optimal time for couples to improve their health is BEFORE becoming pregnant.
By taking action on potential health issues and risks before pregnancy, you can prevent problems that might affect you or your baby later. The healthier you are when you conceive, the better foundation you set for your child’s future health.
Our pre-pregnancy checklist is a great starting point to help you and your partner begin to plan your pregnancy preparation journey.
- Share your preconception lab testing with your doctor. Troubleshoot any abnormal values.
- Make sure you’re up to date on your vaccinations.
- Make sure you’re up to date on your Pap.
- Make a list of any medications or supplements you currently take. Confirm with your doctor that they are fertility and pregnancy-safe.
- Make sure any medical conditions you have are under control and optimized for pregnancy.
- Talk to your family to create a family medical history. Share with your doctor to identify any additional, preventive steps necessary.
- Share your preconception lab testing with your doctor. Troubleshoot any abnormal values.
- Make sure you’re up to date on your vaccinations.
- Make sure you’re up to date on your Pap.
- Make a list of any medications or supplements you currently take. Confirm with your doctor that they are fertility and pregnancy-safe.
- Make sure any medical conditions you have are under control and optimized for pregnancy.
- Talk to your family to create a family medical history. Share with your doctor to identify any additional, preventive steps necessary.
