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Preconception Counseling FAQs

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  • Why is iron important in pregnancy?
  • Why are prenatal vitamins recommended?
  • When should I take prenatal vitamins?
  • What vaccinations should I get prior to pregnancy?
  • What type of foods should I eat in pregnancy?
  • What type of environmental hazards should I try to avoid prior to pregnancy?
  • What things in my environment can cause problems in pregnancy?
  • What problems can use of substances like tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, illegal drugs, and prescription drugs taken for a nonmedical reason cause in pregnancy?
  • What medical conditions affect pregnancy?
  • What kind of questions will my clinician ask regarding preconception counseling?
  • What is the goal of pre-pregnancy care?
  • What is preconception counseling/prepregnancy care?
  • What effect does second hand smoke have on my baby?
  • What are the recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals I should take per day?
  • What are some dietary do’s and don’ts in pregnancy?
  • I had a problem in a past pregnancy. What are the chances that I will have the same problem again?
  • How can I prepare my body for pregnancy?
  • How can I lose weight pre-pregnancy?
  • How can I get iron from my diet in pregnancy?
  • How can I gain weight pre-pregnancy?
  • How can being underweight cause problems with pregnancy?
  • How can being overweight or obese cause problems during pregnancy?
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