Pre conceptional counselling

Pre pregnancy counselling includes a discussion between the couple and the doctor to learn about the essential matters to be addressed before getting pregnant.

This includes the right time of conception, the supplements to be taken pre conceptionally and the optimization of medical conditions if any.

During this consultation the doctor will get a detailed history from both partners to know about any factors that can affect the health of the mother as well as the unborn baby.

The doctor may also ask to do some blood tests to rule out any medical illness that need to be addressed before getting pregnant or to know the status of the already known medical condition.

Pre conceptional counselling must be given due importance as it identifies any problems that needs to be addressed beforehand which ensures that the mother has a healthy and smooth pregnancy journey and ultimately helps to take home a healthy baby.