We know that healthy women have fewer complications during pregnancy and are more likely to have healthy babies that grow into healthy children.
It is for these reasons that looking to improve your health before conception is an excellent way to give your pregnancy and your baby the very best start. Partners also have a role to play in staying healthy.
Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Advice for preparing for a healthy pregnancy is all displayed on the NHS Healthier Together website. This includes advice on many subjects including smoking, diet, exercise and physical and mental health.
If you have any health conditions you should see your GP to discuss planning a pregnancy so they can advise you about getting as healthy as possible and being on the right medications before you get pregnant.
Don’t forget if you are planning a pregnancy (or as soon as you find out you are pregnant) we advise that you start taking folic acid – you may be eligible to get these supplements for free using Healthy Start Vouchers.
