Preconception Care and Planning

Solutions for planning a healthy pregnancy (even years in advance!)
  • Nutrition and Physical Activity
  • Weight management
  • Folic acid, iron, calcium intake
  • Mental Health
  • Get help with domestic violence and other family stress
  • Substance abuse help for Drugs Alcohol Smoking
  • Screening, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections such as HIV, herpes and Chlamydia
  • Baby spacing — two years between babies!

Every Woman Florida
With the vision of a healthier Florida, it is their goal to help women reach the level of optimal health. This site will explore reasons for a healthier lifestyle while providing information on how to improve the health and well-being of women.

Source: EveryWomanFlorida.com is Funded by a Community Grant from the March of Dimes. The material provided by this website is for information purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The opinions expressed in this material are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the March of Dimes

Infertility
Infertility is different for each couple that faces it. During the last decade, health care providers have made great strides in the ability to diagnose and treat infertility and today there are more ways to build your family than ever before. The most important thing you can do is to be an informed consumer.

What is infertility?
Infertility means not being able to get pregnant after one year of trying. Or, six months, if a woman is 35 or older. Women who can get pregnant but are unable to stay pregnant may also be infertile.

Is infertility a common problem?
Yes. About 10 percent of women (6.1 million) in the United States ages 15-44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Learn as much as you can about infertility and don't be afraid to ask questions.
Find frequently asked questions at: Womenshealthgov.

 
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