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Preconception planning: Is your body ready for pregnancy?
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What type of birth control have you been using?
Are your vaccines current?
Do you have any chronic medical conditions?
Are you taking any medications or supplements?
Are you at risk of a sexually transmitted infection?
Do you have a family history of any specific medical conditions?
How old are you and your partner?
Have you been pregnant before?
Does your current lifestyle support a healthy pregnancy?
Are you at risk of a sexually transmitted infection?
Sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea, syphilis and chlamydia can interfere with your ability to conceive. These infections also pose risks to both mother and baby during pregnancy. If you're at risk of a sexually transmitted infection — or you think you or your partner might have an infection — ask your health care provider about preconception screening and treatment.
