• Checkups:
    • Preconception
    • Teeth
    • Tested for RH (both), Varicella titer, TB (for incident area), CMV, Hep B, Thyroid function, Tox oplasmosis
    • Update all immunizations (and HPV if <26)
  • Check out:
    • Prenatal practitioner (can stick w/ ob-gyn)
    • Family history on all four sides
    • Okay to continue herbs and/or supplements
    • What alternatives for medications
    • If insurance covers prenatal care, birth, and well-baby care
    • Maternity w/ work
  • Get under control:
    • Weight
    • Chronic Illnesses
    • Regular cycles (off Birth Control)
    • Ovulation patterns
    • Diet: folic acid, no junk food, a light pregnancy diet
    • Coffee intake
    • Relationship w/ Daddy-to-be

Relax and give it time

jul 20 2010 ∞
feb 11 2011 +