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 ...

"Ask every woman" may become the new mantra of preconception care. Ask every woman of reproductive age whether she intends to become pregnant in the next year. This was one of the suggestions of the ...

Pregnancy planning often marks the first time many women undergo a comprehensive health evaluation. While they may feel completely healthy, several underlying medical conditions can remain silent for ...

Optimizing health before pregnancy can improve health outcomes for both the mother and newborn baby. However, not everyone is aware of the need for good health before pregnancy—they generally start ...

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 ...

Preconception health encompasses a range of biomedical, behavioural and social interventions delivered before conception to optimise outcomes for mothers, infants and future generations. Effective ...

Pregnant women with diabetes are at an increased risk for many adverse birth outcomes. Preconception care (PCC) can significantly lower these risks by helping pregnant mothers with diabetes control ...

A research team has evaluated MyFamilyPlan and found that it enabled a significant increase in the proportion of women who reported discussing their reproductive health with their doctors. Although ...

From obesity to a healthy way of life, experts discussed the importance of preconception care here on Saturday. This discussion was organised by the Alliance for Preconception Care (All 4 PCC) which ...

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 ...

Preconception care, an initiative aimed at encouraging people to acquire knowledge on pregnancy and childbirth, has been part ...