Your health and well-being are important. The more conscious a woman is about her overall health, the better the chance of living a healthy life, having a healthy pregnancy and raising a healthy family.
Here are some reasons why regular annual visits are important and a few things to consider if you are thinking about becoming pregnant, suspect you might be pregnant, or know you are pregnant:
If you are thinking about becoming pregnant within the next year, you will want to visit with your healthcare provider about your reproductive plan.
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Taking folic acid and staying up to date on recommended vaccines helps protect your baby.
Annual well-woman checkups are always a great idea, but especially important prior to becoming pregnant.
A healthy smile and diet a great start toward a healthly pregnancy.
Smoking is linked to many serious health risks for both mom and baby.
There is no safe amount of alcohol, marijuana, or drugs during pregnancy. Women who are planning a pregnancy should avoid their use entirely.
Infections can cause serious illness, birth defects, and lifelong disabilities, such as hearing loss or learning problems.
