Pre-conception Counseling FAQs
Getting pregnant and childbirth are among the riskiest things that women ever do. With pre-conception counseling, many potential problems can be reduced or prevented. If you’re starting to think about getting pregnant or having difficulty getting pregnant, preconception counseling is right for you!
Some issues during pregnancy increase the risk of having them again during subsequent pregnancies. Preeclampsia, high blood pressure, and gestational diabetes are more likely during second or third pregnancies. However, you can learn how to mitigate the risks with preconception counseling.
Anyone who is planning on building their family. Preconception counseling can help any person maximize their chance of becoming pregnant.
You should schedule a session with an experienced fertility doctor in Raleigh 3-6 months before you plan to conceive.
We discuss all matters that could potentially affect your pregnancy, including medical history, reproductive history, lifestyle, genetic disorders, weight, medications that you are taking, diet and exercise, environmental health threats, and maximizing fertility.