Getting Pregnant: Pre-Pregnancy and Fertility Guide
Help ensure a healthy pregnancy!
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Pre-Trimester for Men: The Baby's Health is Affected By The Father's Health
A man's health is a critical factor in getting pregnant and having a healthy baby.
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Preconception Counseling and Care - For Her and Him
There are several things you should do before trying to conceive.
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The Six Trimesters of Pregnancy
Did you know that pregnancy is divided into six trimesters?
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What Is the Pre-Trimester?
Many people think of just 3 trimesters when it comes to pregnancy, but in reality, there are actually 6! The pre-trimester is one of the most important trimesters.
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Does Race Play a Part in Preconception Care?
Preconception tips are promoted across all races, such as increasing intake of folic acid during reproductive years to reduce the risk of neural tube defects during the first weeks of pregnancy -but not all preconception messages are the same.
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Which Preconception Tests Can and Should You Get?
The pre-trimester is a time of preparation. In addition to a routine pelvic exam, there are several other tests that should be ideally performed prior to conception.
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Folic Acid is Vital for Fetal Development
Folic acid is important for optimal fetal development. Higher levels of folic acid in the body at the time of conception may reduce the risk of neural tube defects and other fetal complications.
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What You Should Know Before Pregnancy: Top Pre-Trimester Tips
The best time to start your preconception preparation is 2-3 months before you start trying to conceive. Read these tips on what you need to do now in the pre-trimester ... before you get pregnant!
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Pregnancy Related Problems of Older Women
What other medical issues can affect the pregnancies of older women?
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Preconception Medical Issues
When trying to conceive (TTC), preconception health is crucial for women
facing medical issues, especially if medication is needed to control
symptoms of the condition.
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Preconception Counseling May Spare Time, Heartbreak
A growing trend among couples in India hoping to start a family is
preconception counseling, which helps identify any underlying concerns
that may hinder conception or the birth of a healthy baby.
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Preconception No-Nos
Getting pregnant may be the easy part, changing your life around to prepare for baby may be a little harder. There are a number of things you need to avoid prior to even thinking about trying to conceive.
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Preconception Medications
As you step back from the medicine cabinet it hits you ' can I takethese same medications when I'm pregnant? How about before I conceive?
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Preconception Health for Men
Many of the same changes women should make prior to conceiving aremirrored in suggestions for men. Taking a couple's approach topreconception health may make it easier to adopt lifestyle changes.
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Preconception Health for Women
Before heading out for an adventure at sea, ship captains must
prepare the ship for the journey. The same can be said for pregnancy.
Physical pregnancy may last 40 weeks or about nine months, but
preparation for that journey starts months or years in advance.
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Get a Preconception Checkup for a Healthy Pregnancy
Getting pregnant is one of the biggest miracles in life. There are, however, many precautions to take while bearing a child. It is important to get a preconception checkup to ensure your healthy pregnancy.
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New Guidelines for Periconception Care
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and a select panel of external partners issued guidelines for preconception care of women, emphasizing the importance of providing this type of care in the primary care setting.
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