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Ensuring a secure, healthy, and joyful pregnancy starts well in advance of conception. BirthRight Fertility at Rainbow Hospitals provides preconception services to address various aspects of enhancing your health and preparing for a successful pregnancy. While it is beneficial for all women planning to conceive to attend the clinic, it is particularly crucial for those with pre-existing conditions such as hypertension, epilepsy, diabetes, etc., to avail themselves of these services. The preconception visit not only assists in family planning but also offers contraception choices to prevent unplanned pregnancies.
In instances where women express their intention to "start a family" and seek advice and a check-up, this presents an opportune moment for health promotion. The medical professionals at BirthRight Fertility by Rainbow Hospitals recognize the diversity in family structures and the unique paths individuals take to parenthood. The primary objective is to provide guidance on initiating a family successfully.
Our focus is on minimizing risks for the fetus, woman, and neonate. We collaborate with women to optimize their health, educate them about healthy pregnancies, and address potential risk factors. Managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, thyroid issues, hypertension, and psychiatric illnesses is vital before pregnancy to enhance outcomes. We conduct a thorough review of medications, including herbal products and nutritional supplements that may impact pregnancy and reproduction.
Additionally, we offer screening for genetic conditions, assess immunization status, and consider screening for sexually transmitted infections when necessary. Couples are counseled on potential exposure to infectious diseases and advised on waiting times before attempting conception. Questions about the use of drugs, alcohol, and nicotine products are addressed, and screening for the partner is also considered.
Encouraging preconception folic acid supplementation is part of our approach to reducing the risk of neural tube defects. Nutritional counseling is provided to ensure a balanced diet and proper vitamin supplementation based on recommended daily intake. Attaining a normal Body Mass Index (BMI) is emphasized, as abnormal BMI is linked to pregnancy complications and infertility. Our comprehensive preconception services aim to support individuals in their journey toward a healthy and successful pregnancy.
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We recommend you to make an appointment for pre conception counselling at least 3 months before you start trying to conceive. This way, if needed,"
Particularly, you should inform us about the family history of the following conditions:
Hypertension or high blood pressure
Mental disorders.
Diabetes.
Deafness.
Blindness.
Birth defects or congenital conditions
Twins or multiples.
Ethnic-related diseases like sickle cell disease
Your medical and OB/GYN history: You should discuss your medical history of any surgery, hospitalization or transfusion you may have had previously. You also need to inform us about any allergies, pre-existing medical conditions and medications that you might be currently taking. Your OB/GYN history is an important part of your medical history. Vaginal infections and STDs can potentially affect the ability of a woman to conceive.
Blood tests or cervical cultures may be performed to check for infections. OB/GYN topics you should discuss include:
Any previous pregnancies.
Your menstrual history.
Any sexually transmitted diseases
Contraceptive use.
Any history of known uterine abnormalities.
Vaginal infections.
Pap smears or treatment for abnormal pap.
Vaccination: You should bring your records of vaccination to the appointment. You may be updated or given additional vaccinations before becoming pregnant. Use of certain vaccinations may require you to wait for a certain period of time before you get pregnant.
Lab tests: These tests are done to check for numerous conditions and diseases and it includes:
Testing for hepatitis.
Testing for rubella.
Complete blood count
Diabetes screening.
Pap smear
Testing for HIV.
Testing for thyroid issues.
We may also advise you to take prenatal vitamins with 400-800 micrograms of folic acid. These supplements can benefit the baby even before you know you are pregnant