Pre-pregnancy Care

When do you think that might be? Taking steps towards good health and wellness is great for you and any future kids you may have. If you're not ready yet, you may want to learn about your birth control options.

It's recommended to get a health and wellness checkup each year; this is especially important if you are thinking about becoming pregnant. Tell your provider about your desires so they can help you to enter a pregnancy as healthy as possible.

soon as you think you are pregnant, it's a good idea to see a provider. Title X clinics can provide pregnancy testing at no cost to confirm a pregnancy and help you get connected to prenatal care. Seeing a provider early on can help you have a healthy pregnancy by managing any health issues before problems arise.

Folic acid is found in healthy foods like oranges and dark green leafy vegetables. It is safe for anyone to take and very important for a baby’s development in the first weeks of pregnancy. When taken for at least 3 months before a pregnancy begins, birth defects can be prevented. Most people need 400 micrograms a day. Some people need more; talk to your healthcare provider to learn what is right for you.

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid problems, or mental health concerns, check in with your provider and discuss your desires for pregnancy. Managing these conditions before pregnancy helps keep you and your future baby healthy.