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With doctors, finances and everything else, there's so much to think about!
Here's what you need to do when TTC to prepare for pregnancy and a baby.
Getting pregnant
[ ] Kick the pill (or any type of birth control)
[ ] Figure out when you’re ovulating
[ ] Learn to record cervicalmucus texture
[ ] Read up on conception and ovulation basics
[ ] Potential daddies -- stayout of Jacuzzis
[ ] Consider charting basal body temperature
[ ] Potential daddies -- trade in the briefs for boxers
[ ] Think about an ovulation predictor kit
[ ] Have sex!
[ ] Lose the lube
[ ] Find the right position
[ ] Spice it up in the bedroom
Diet & fitness
[ ] Work on getting any weight problems under control
[ ] If either of you smoke,quit
[ ] Get on prenatal vitamins
[ ] Balance out your diet
[ ] Get moving
[ ] Start weaning yourself off alcohol
[ ] Begin limiting the lattes
[ ] Scale back on extreme exercise
[ ] Decrease your stress
[ ] Get plenty of sleep
[ ] Potential daddies -- avoid cottonseed oils
Doctors, tests & checkups
[ ] Interview OB/GYNS
[ ] Schedule a preconception checkup
[ ] Make a list of preconception checkup questions
[ ] Discuss your (and your partner’s) medical history with the doc
[ ] Get immunized
[ ] Visit the dentist
[ ] Talk to your doc about genetic testing
Money & Home
[ ] Talk it out -- make sure you and your partner are on the same baby-making page
[ ] Check your home for harsh chemicals and asbestos
[ ] Check out your health insurance
[ ] If you’re self-employed,apply for private disability
[ ] Plan a baby budget
