Preconception is the time before conception (the beginning of pregnancy). Couples may consider preconception care to help ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery. Share on Pinterest Catherine Falls ...

In 1989, the US Public Health Service Expert Panel on the Content of Prenatal Care, as part of its report, stated that one of the most important prenatal visits was the one that occurred before ...

You may not be pregnant yet, but there's plenty you can do now to make yourself as healthy as possible for a growing baby. Consider this your preconception to-do list. 1. Make an appointment with your ...

Are you aware? Parenthood is a journey that begins long before conception, and it is now possible to prepare well for pregnancy. Preconception Counselling 2.0 goes beyond the traditional approach, yes ...

As an early advocate of the preconception care model in women’s health, Peter S. Bernstein, MD, MPH, has been a longstanding advocate for healthy pregnancy, notably at the Montefiore Medical Center, ...

Planning a pregnancy can be exciting as well as overwhelming. The emotions are high, there’s a lot to discuss with your partner, and of course, you must know for sure that you are ready. However, amid ...

Stress during pregnancy is known to influence health outcomes, but a new study suggests that stress levels before pregnancy are also important to evaluate. Investigators analyzed the link between self ...

Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful journeys in a woman’s life. And planning it right is of utmost importance to ensure that it goes smoothly. Planning a pregnancy is not only about marking your ...