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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 your vaccines current?
Infections such as chickenpox (varicella) and German measles (rubella) can be dangerous for an unborn baby. If your vaccinations aren't complete or you're not sure if you're immune to certain infections, your preconception care might include blood tests to check for immunity or one or more vaccinations — preferably at least one month before you try to conceive.
