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Preconception

Preconception

So excited for this journey that
you are about to embark upon! 

Preparing for pregnancy is an important first step towards a healthy journey into parenthood. Here you'll find essential tips on fertility, nutrition, and lifestyle changes to support your body and optimise your chances for conception.

Do you know your fertility window?

Are you trying to conceive? 

Find helpful tips for each step that can make this exciting yet delicate phase easier

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FAQs

What is the meaning of preconception?

Preconception refers to the period before pregnancy when couples prepare themselves to enhance fertility and support a healthy pregnancy. This phase involves medical check-ups, lifestyle changes, and planning for conception.

How to prepare your body for pregnancy?

Preparing your body for pregnancy involves maintaining a balanced diet, taking prenatal vitamins like folic acid, exercising regularly, quitting harmful habits like smoking, managing stress, and scheduling a preconception checkup to ensure optimal health.

What diagnostic tests do you need during preconception?

Preconception tests may include blood tests to check for nutritional deficiencies, hormone levels, immunity to certain diseases, screening for genetic conditions, and an overall health evaluation. Your doctor may also recommend tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

What steps can your partner take during preconception?

Your partner can contribute by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol, and getting medical checkups. Reducing stress and ensuring emotional support also play a crucial role in the preconception phase.