Preconception discussion

Question 1

Important points to discuss with preconception counselling

Answer 1

1/ Vitamin intake e.g. Folate, Iodine 
2/ Check Immunity to Rubella, Hep B, Varicella --> immunise [advise not to get pregnant for 28 days after] 
3/ Exercise 
4/ Advise to Quit Smoking 
5/ Discuss alcohol/ other illicit drugs 
6/ Risk reduction of toxoplasmosis / Listeria 
7/ Make sure pap smears are up to date
8/ Discuss family history