It is also important that you assess if your baby will be covered by There are taxationĪdvantages for some families with holding private health cover. To be cared for by our obstetric group practice private health insurance will be required. The hormonal changes of pregnancy can affect dental We recommend a dental check up in the pregnancy planning phase as there is an association betweenĭental disease, prematurity and low birth weight.
Issues with you and may offer genetic counselling, or carrier screening prior to you conceiving.
Your obstetrician will discuss some of these Process, or early pregnancy genetic screening can be offered. If you wish to reduce theĬhance of your children inheriting some conditions either pre-implantation genetic diagnosis using an IVF Some families have health conditions that can be inherited by the next generation. With your GP or obstetrician as soon as possible. If you are already pregnant and have underlying health problems, please make an appointment Management of these conditions before you become pregnant, often in conjunction with your GP and Medical conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, epilepsy, mental ill-health, hormonal andĪutoimmune conditions can have a significant impact on your pregnancy. Pregnant as influenza can be a very severe illness during your pregnancy. We recommend flu vaccination for all women hoping to conceive or already Many vaccinations are safe in pregnancy, but always tell your doctor before having an immunisation if you These are performed prior to pregnancy if possible so immunisation against rubella or treatment ofĪbnormalities can occur prior to pregnancy. Pap smear +/- sexually transmitted infection screen.Syphilus, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV, Rubella antibody tests.The following tests are recommended for women who are intending to become pregnant Supplements-Pre-Conception-and-During-Pregnancy.pdf If you choose a vitamin D supplement, we recommend 1000iu cholecalciferol (D3) per day, or if you areĭeficient, discuss the dose with your doctor. Some sources have recommended a vitamin D supplement as well, particularly for those at risk ofĭeficiency (people who are dark skinned, veiled, see limited sunlight or have proven vitamin D deficiency). Women in the following groups are advised to take a higher dose of folate (1.5-2mg/day):Ī personal history (self or past pregnancy) of neural tube defect (NTD)Ī first degree relative with a pregnancy with a NTDĭiabetes mellitus (type 1 or type 2) women are advised to take 5mg of folate daily (high dose). People who follow a balanced diet the only supplements required are 400mcg of folate and 150mcg iodineĭaily, preferably for at least one month prior to conception and for the first 3 months of pregnancy.
There are many pregnancy supplements available in Australia, which are mostly of excellent quality. Your GP, fertility specialist, obstetrician or gynaecologist are always happy to discuss these issues further. We have therefore put together a checklist of things to consider when you are planning a pregnancy. We are becoming more aware of the importance of the general wellbeing of both parents at the time of conceiving a pregnancy.
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