The Preconception Readiness Checklist
12 physician-recommended steps to prepare your body, mind, and medical team for a healthy pregnancy — whether you're starting to try next month or next year.
What you'll learn
The right appointments
What to cover at a preconception visit, plus the labs, immunity checks, and screenings to ask for.
The nutrient most prenatals shortchange
Folate and iodine — plus choline, which supports the baby's developing brain and a focus of Dr. Hoffman's research.
Pregnancy-ready conditions
How to prepare if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, or a prior complication.
Foundations for fertility
Food, sleep, movement, caffeine, alcohol, and what your partner can do too.
Emotional readiness
Building support for your mental health before pregnancy begins.
When to ask for help
Clear guidance on when it's time to see a fertility specialist.
Written by Dr. Camille Hoffman — Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Maternal-Fetal Medicine) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, double board-certified, and fellowship-trained in Integrative Medicine.
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