Planning for a healthy pregnancy
It’s never too early to plan for a healthy baby. The choices you make before you become pregnant, are important to your baby’s health. With approximately 50 percent of all Canadian pregnancies being unplanned, planning before you become pregnant can help you have a healthy pregnancy and baby, now or in the future. Visit Pregnancyinfo.ca to find more information about planning a pregnancy, or create a reproductive life plan.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to take vitamins before becoming pregnant?
If you could become pregnant, are planning a pregnancy, or are pregnant, take a multivitamin containing 0.4 mg of folic acid every day.
Should I visit my health-care provider before becoming pregnant?
Yes, it’s a good idea to visit your health-care provider before becoming pregnant. Having medical conditions well controlled not only helps your health today, but your baby’s health in the future.
If you take any prescriptions or over-the-counter medications, herbal products, topical creams, inhalers, large doses of vitamins, alcohol, nicotine, or street drugs, it is important to share this with your health-care provider.