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Planning for baby
So me and my husband are planning for pregnancy after 1month do we need to do something special. Actually my height is 5.7 and I am 80kgs. Should we proceed and control weight during pregnancy
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Preparing three to six months before you start trying makes a real difference. A pre-pregnancy weight closer to a BMI of 24 to 25 is worth aiming for, since a BMI above 27 raises the risk of gestational diabetes, high blood pressure in pregnancy, and difficulty conceiving. At 5'7" and 80 kg, your BMI is around 27, so a slow, sustained loss of 4 to 6 kg over 2 to 3 months is worth working towards while you plan.
Next Steps
Start folic acid 400 to 800 mcg daily now, and continue it through the first trimester. Book a preconception consultation with a gynaecologist for a basic panel: thyroid (TSH), hemoglobin, vitamin D, vitamin B12, blood group, HbA1c, and a general urine test. Track your fertile window using a period tracker or ovulation strips once you actively start trying.
Health Tips
Please stop any weight-loss or fat-burner supplements before you start trying. Also avoid crash diets, since a sudden drop in body fat can suppress ovulation.
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