Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy

Lifestyle Changes

• Reduce alcohol consumption, quit smoking, and get your recommended seasonal vaccines.

• Stay active with gentle exercise and maintain a healthy BMI. Having a higher or lower BMI can sometimes affect hormones and menstrual cycles.

• RCC Fertility offers a suite of solutions for people with higher BMI that can help increase your chances of successful conception. If you’ve been turned away from other clinics due to your BMI, know you have a place at RCC Fertility.

Optimize Your Nutrition

• Maintain a balanced diet, including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

• Avoid processed foods, high-mercury fish, unpasteurized cheeses, and limit

• caffeine consumption.

• Think about taking a prenatal vitamin supplement.

Focus on Mental Health

• Feeling stressed? Explore techniques like yoga, meditation and mindfulness.

• Make sure you have emotional and mental health support, such as support groups or a mental health practitioner.

Build a Support System

• Reach out to family or friends to build a network of people who can offer emotional support.

Consider Complementary Treatments

• Reach out to family or friends to build a network of people who can offer emotional support.

• Our team is always ready to discuss additional wellness options, such as Naturopathic Care, Physiotherapy, Genetic Counseling and Fertility Counseling.