Preconception Advice Policy (PD 12/04)

1. Positive General Health Advice
a) Keep to a healthy diet (low fat)
b) Take regular exercise
c) Continue a healthy spontaneous sex life
d) Have you been immunised against Rubella? (German measles)

2. Negative Health Advice:
a) Stop smoking
b) Stop alcohol (this is debatable but it is safest to stay off it completely)

3. Specific Advice
a) Take folic acid daily (can be bought from the pharmacist)
b) Avoid soft, chilled cheeses (Listeria)
c) Avoid handling cat litter (Toxoplasmosis)
d) Avoid excessive liver consumption (Vitamin A)
e) Avoid most drugs or medicines unless you have checked first with the pharmacist or doctor i.e. decongestants are not advised, paracetamol, however, is safe.


 

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