10 of the best tips to prepare for Preconception

The decision to embark on the beautiful journey of parenthood is an exhilarating one, filled with dreams, anticipation, and an abundance of love. Getting ready to fall pregnant is an important phase that sets the foundation for a healthy and fulfilling pregnancy. It is a time to embrace both the emotional and physical aspects of this transformative experience.

Preparing for pregnancy involves a holistic approach that encompasses various aspects of your life. From ensuring your body is ready to nurture new life to creating a nurturing environment, every step taken during this preparation phase contributes to the well-being of both the mother and the future child.

In this guide, we will delve into the essential elements of preparing for pregnancy. We will explore the importance of a balanced lifestyle, proper nutrition, regular exercise, and the significance of prenatal care. We will also discuss emotional well-being, as cultivating a positive mindset and reducing stress plays a vital role in the journey towards conception.

Let’s discover 10 tips to prepare for preconception:

1. Ensuring our body’s are prepped for conception - both his and hers!

Reproduction involves many components, and fertility is a major one that is not limited to females. Male fertility plays an equally important role in conception, and various factors can affect it. How? Check it out.

Male fertility can be determined by sperm count, motility, and morphology.

Male infertility is common, affecting around one in 20 men of reproductive age.

Male fertility declines with age, but there is no defined fertility window for men.

Factors that can cause male infertility include genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors.

So what can men do to help improve their conception success?

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, taking supplements, and avoiding exposure to toxins can help improve male fertility. Before you conceive, it’s recommended to cleanse the body of toxins and chemicals and improve your sperm quality, Perdays Preconception Men’s Cleanse & Fertility Support features an Australian made formula containing a blend of four powerful natural herbs to support natural liver detoxification processes, support your sperm motility and production, and support testosterone levels.

What other supplements can we take to aid in preconception?

When trying to conceive and during the first trimester of pregnancy, it is recommended to supplement with folate to help prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

Perdays Preconception Activated Folate & B-Vitamins contains Quatrefolic®, a biologically activated form of folate that is optimally absorbed by the body, in comparison to synthetic forms of folate, which are found in other prenatal vitamins.

A probiotic supplement is also recommended for preconception, the best-selling Perdays Pregnancy Probiotic 360° & Vitamin D provides broad spectrum and immune support for your pregnancy health. The Australian-made formula contains 12 probiotic strains, expertly inserted into a double-layered capsule so the precious probiotics remain protected, optimising their benefit in the body.

2. Go and get a blood test

A blood test is a great way to get a well-rounded picture of your health and where you might be lacking, or needing extra attention. For example, being able to identify a dip in iron may allow you to adjust your diet to ensure there are no holes.

3. Making time for rest

As many people will tell you (probably without much prompting) making time for rest during both preconception and pregnancy is a must. When our bodies are not producing the stress hormone, cortisol, they are far more likely to be able to function at a productive level.

4. Mental clarity is a must

Beginning your journey to parenthood is no easy feat. There could be unforeseen hurdles down the road, so it’s important to discuss and be aware of the potential outcomes ahead of time. This will allow you to be better prepared for whatever may come your way.

5. Balanced nutrition

Fueling your body with as many essential nutrients as possible is imperative when it comes to beginning your preconception journey. Ensuring your body is equipped with the most essential vitamins and minerals will allow you to give yourself the best chance of being able to prepare for conception.

6. Regular movement of the body

Not only can a healthy weight assist with your body’s ability to function in all areas, regular movement of the body can also aid in mental wellness, and a healthy hormone balance. Whether it’s yoga, long walks or more intense exercise, it’s perfectly fine to maintain your usual level of movement at the preconception (and pregnancy) stage, as well as introduce low to medium intensity movement, if you didn’t formerly partake in it.

7. The removal of alcohol 

The risk to your developing baby from low-level drinking before you know you’re pregnant is not fully understood but may affect the developing baby.

According to everymomentmatter.org.au, ‘For the health of both mum and baby, it is important to have an alcohol-free pregnancy. This is because alcohol can affect your pregnancy and damage the developing baby from conception.’

And as most people don’t know the moment they become pregnant, it is important to stop drinking alcohol as soon as you start trying.

8. Putting a financial plan in place

One of the biggest reasons for stress in life is money. You can avoid this potential stress trigger by having a chat with your partner when you begin considering trying to fall pregnant, to ensure you will be able to manage financially if you did become pregnant right away. 

Could you afford to stop working for up to a year? Would you be able to pay your rent or mortgage repayments? These are important questions to discuss with your partner at the preconception stage, as it will eliminate any feelings of stress or uncertainty when you do become pregnant.

9. Stop smoking or vaping

Like with alcohol, you don’t know the moment you become pregnant, so for the health of your unborn baby - and yourself - it’s important to cease smoking or vaping from the moment that you decide to start trying for a baby.

10. Check your insurance 

Do you know what kind of pregnancy cover is included in your current healthcare plan? Do you have private health insurance, and if you’re planning on a birth in a private hospital, will you be covered? If not, you may need to make these changes right away, as many will ask you to serve a 12-month waiting period. Simply call your current health insurance provider to discuss your current cover and your options moving forward.

To find out more about Perdays Prenatal Vitamins, visit the website.