What is Pre-Conceptional Counselling and why is it important before Pregnancy?

Every couple dreams of a healthy pregnancy and a happy baby. But the journey to parenthood begins even before conception. Preparing your body, mind, and health before getting pregnant helps ensure the safest and healthiest start for your baby.

This important step is called Pre-Conceptional Counselling — a preventive and personalized medical consultation that helps couples plan a healthy pregnancy by identifying and managing potential health risks early.

At Aashakiran IVF Pvt. Ltd. – North India’s most trusted and fastest-growing IVF chain, our fertility and obstetric experts, including Dr. Asmita Mahla (Medical Director, 20+ years experience) and Dr. Shivani (Gynae Specialist), guide couples through detailed preconception assessments to ensure a safe, informed, and confident start to parenthood.

🌸 What Is Pre-Conceptional Counselling?

Pre-conceptional counselling is a medical consultation for couples who are planning to conceive, naturally or through IVF.

It focuses on evaluating both partners’ health, identifying risk factors, providing nutritional and lifestyle guidance, and recommending tests or supplements to optimize fertility and pregnancy outcomes.

In simpler words — it’s like “planning your pregnancy the right way” so that your baby gets the healthiest possible beginning.

💡 Why Is It Important?

Planning a pregnancy without preconception counselling is like starting a journey without checking the route.

This one step can help:
✅ Detect hidden health or genetic problems early
✅ Prevent complications during pregnancy
✅ Reduce chances of birth defects and miscarriages
✅ Improve fertility success rates (especially before IVF)
✅ Guide couples emotionally and physically for a smoother experience

🧬 What Happens During Pre-Conceptional Counselling?

At Aashakiran IVF, the session is comprehensive yet personalized. It includes:

1. Detailed Medical History Review

Previous pregnancies, miscarriages, or fertility treatments
Family history of genetic or chronic diseases
Menstrual, reproductive, and sexual health

2. Physical Examination

Weight, blood pressure, BMI, and general health assessment

3. Health Screening Tests

Common investigations include:

Blood sugar, thyroid profile, hemoglobin levels
TORCH test (to rule out infections harmful during pregnancy)
Carrier Screening (for genetic conditions like Thalassemia, SMA, etc.)
Rubella immunity testing
Hepatitis B, C, and HIV screening

4. Nutritional & Lifestyle Guidance

Start folic acid supplementation (400–800 mcg daily)
Maintain healthy weight and balanced diet
Quit smoking/alcohol and limit caffeine
Encourage regular exercise and stress management

5. Vaccination Review

Ensuring immunity against Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, and Tetanus before conception.

6. Genetic & Fertility Counseling (if required)

For couples with recurrent miscarriages, family history of birth defects, or advanced maternal age.
Discussing advanced options like Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) with IVF if needed.

👩‍⚕️ Who Should Go for Pre-Conceptional Counselling?

It’s beneficial for every couple, especially those who:

Are planning their first pregnancy
Have a history of infertility, miscarriage, or stillbirth
Are above 35 years of age
Have chronic health issues (like diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders)
Are undergoing IVF or ICSI treatment
Have family history of genetic or congenital diseases

🌈 Benefits of Pre-Conceptional Counselling

✨ Improves maternal and fetal health
✨ Reduces risks of genetic disorders and birth defects
✨ Increases chances of successful pregnancy and healthy baby
✨ Offers emotional reassurance and confidence
✨ Ensures personalized, science-backed fertility planning

💜 Aashakiran IVF: Preparing You for Parenthood with Care and Confidence

At Aashakiran IVF Pvt. Ltd., we believe that healthy pregnancies start before conception.
Our pre-conceptional counselling program combines medical expertise, genetic insight, and emotional support — empowering couples to take charge of their reproductive health.

Whether you are planning a natural conception or IVF, we guide you every step of the way to make your dream of parenthood safe, smooth, and successful.

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📞 Call: 872-8080-222 for appointments
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