A healthy pregnancy begins even before conception. Preconceptional counselling helps couples identify and modify health risks, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby.
🌸 Why Preconception Counselling is Important
Many health conditions, nutritional deficiencies, and lifestyle factors can affect fertility, pregnancy, and baby’s health. Early counseling allows timely intervention.
✅ What Does Preconception Counselling Include?
At my clinics in Borivali & Kandivali, Mumbai, I offer comprehensive pre-pregnancy counselling that covers:
- Medical Evaluation
- Review of past medical, surgical, and gynecological history
- Screening for diabetes, thyroid disorders, hypertension, and infections
- Nutritional & Lifestyle Guidance
- Folic acid & micronutrient supplementation
- Weight management and fitness planning
- Advice on quitting smoking, alcohol, or harmful habits
- Vaccination Review
- Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap as required
- Ensuring immunity before conception
- Genetic & Family History Assessment
- Counseling for couples with genetic risks, recurrent miscarriages, or family history of inherited disorders
- Fertility & Reproductive Health Optimization
- Guidance on ovulation tracking, menstrual health, and fertility planning
- Managing conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, or fibroids before pregnancy
🌟 Why Choose Dr. Sagar Jha for Preconception Counselling?
- Experienced gynecologist in Borivali & Kandivali
- Holistic approach combining medical, nutritional, and lifestyle advice
- Individualized counselling tailored to each couple
- Supportive guidance from planning to positive pregnancy test
🕒 When Should You Come for Counselling?
Ideally, couples should consult 3–6 months before planning pregnancy. This gives enough time to optimize health, start supplements, and address medical issues.
At Dr Sagar Jha, my goal is to ensure every couple starts their parenthood journey with confidence, safety, and the best possible health.
🟢 FAQ – Preconceptional Counselling
What is preconceptional counselling?
It is a consultation with a gynecologist before pregnancy to assess health, identify risks, and prepare the body for a safe pregnancy.
Why is preconception counselling important?
It helps prevent complications like anemia, diabetes, thyroid issues, infections, and genetic problems that may affect pregnancy and the baby.
What tests are done in preconception counselling?
Basic blood tests, thyroid profile, diabetes screening, vitamin levels, infection screening, and sometimes genetic evaluation based on history.
Do I need supplements before pregnancy?
Yes, folic acid should be started at least 3 months before conception. Other supplements may be advised depending on your health status.
When should I meet a gynecologist for preconception counselling?
Ideally 3–6 months before planning pregnancy. This allows time to optimize health and address any medical conditions.
Where can I get preconceptional counselling in Mumbai?
Dr. Sagar Jha provides expert preconception counselling at clinics in Borivali and Kandivali, Mumbai