Preconception Counseling FAQs
- 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?