PRECONCEPTION CARE: START BEFORE PREGNANCY 2 KEY EVIDENCE-BASED MESSAGES 1. Folic acid matters before conception. Most women planning pregnancy should take 400 micrograms (0.4 mg) daily, ideally starting at least 1 month before conception and continuing through the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Higher doses are recommended for selected high-risk patients according to applicable guidelines. 2. Review health before pregnancy. Optimize diabetes and thyroid disorders, review medications for pregnancy safety, assess immunization status, and discuss smoking, alcohol, nutrition and weight management. Preconception care should be individualized to the patient's medical and obstetric history. KEY TAKE-HOME MESSAGE Preconception counselling is preventive care—not simply the first step after a positive pregnancy test. Early intervention can reduce preventable maternal and fetal risks. #SUNLEAFWOMENSCARE #PRECONCEPTIONCARE #PREGNANCYPLANNING #WOMENSHEALTH #GYNECOLOGIST #SURAT #SART HANA #VARACHHA