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Prepping to become a parent starts well before you find out that you’re actually pregnant.
In fact, taking steps to get into the best shape possible can improve your chances of conceiving.
Exercising before conception
First up?
Don’t go too hard on yourself.
Low to moderatecaffeine intake while TTCmay actually help you get and stay pregnant.
Some studies have linked too much caffeine consumption with lower fertility levels and an increased risk of miscarriage.
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Also, consider trading your usual drink order for a mocktail now.
But research shows that lighting up also hampers your attempts to make a baby in the first place.
Quitting smoking has an instantly positive impact on your health and fertility.
If you’re taking medication (prescription or otherwise) while trying to conceive, don’t make assumptions.
Ask your practitioner during apreconception checkupfor guidance about what’s safe and what’s not.
And unfortunately, stress can hamper pregnancy plans.
Find some stress management techniques that you enjoy, and work them into your routine on a regular basis.
That’s why it’s especially important to seek help before you conceive.
You don’t have to go through it alone.
Start by using a financial calculator tool to estimate your monthly costs as a family.
Meet your new budget!
Try a test run now, before you even conceive.
The key is anticipating this disruption and being ready for life to change.
In the meantime, make even more of an effort to connect while you’re still a duo.
Take time to talk to each other every day.
Hold hands at the grocery store.
Give your partner a kiss or a nuzzle for no reason.
Reminisce about your first date or plan a second honeymoon.
And that will make the transition to life with your little one that much smoother.
