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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?
How old are you and your partner?
As maternal age increases, the risk of fertility problems, pregnancy loss and certain chromosomal conditions increases. Some pregnancy-related complications, such as gestational diabetes, also are more common in older mothers. The age of the baby's father can play a role, too. Your health care provider can help you put any risks into perspective, as well as develop a plan to give your baby the best start.
