Before pregnancy

The mother's pre-conception diet plays a key role in preparing for pregnancy. It can boost fertility and help ensure the foetus develops properly during the early stages of pregnancy. Before conception, from the moment a pregnancy is first planned, the woman should adopt a healthy lifestyle and ensure her diet meets her new needs.

  • Take your vitamins
  • The best diet when you're trying to conceive
  • Are you ready? Pre-pregnancy advice

Are you ready? Pre-pregnancy advice

When a couple decide to start trying to conceive, the woman may wish to have a medical examination before she gets pregnant to check for any medical or psychosocial problems that may occur.

Take your vitamins

Pregnant women must follow a balanced diet. Physical exercise is recommended. Certain habits, such as smoking and drinking alcohol, must be stopped, as they can affect foetal development.

The best diet when you're trying to conceive

Ten diet rules for a healthy pregnancy.