[…] birth defects. There is some evidence that pregnant women are more likely to get the coronavirus. Contraceptives At the current time, contraceptive care is considered by many providers to be a medical necessity. For people that would like to prevent pregnancy, contact your health care provider to make a plan for getting what you […]
Substance Use
[…] other substances during pregnancy can lead to neonatal abstinence syndrome, which has become a critical public health issue (Sanlorenzo et al., 2018) Risk Identification Strategies Quick and valid screening questions are available for use in a busy, primary care setting to assess tobacco, alcohol, and other drug exposures. The NIDA Quick Screen and full […]
Genetic History
[…] for a child with special needs if pregnancy does occur Adoption Assisted reproductive technology +/- preimplantation genetic testing Living without children Risk Identification Strategies No primary care provider is expected to be aware of every genetic condition that could possibly affect a pregnancy. However, every provider should be able to: Ask the right questions […]
Mental Health History
[…] supervision If pregnancy is desired, the optimal timing based on patient’s disease status, treatment modalities, and age. Preconception care should be provided collaboratively with the mental health provider, primary care provider, and obstetric provider. Important Take-Away Points Attention to mental health is an important component of overall health and wellness, whether a woman later […]
At Your Fingertips
[…] be useful (and reassuring) prior to stopping her method of birth control. • In most situations, the couple will benefit from consultation with a qualified health care provider for appropriate counseling and potential testing; encourage woman to advise you if and when she desires more information about potential genetic risks Mental Health History All […]
Toolkits & Reports
[…] and the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals (ARHP). The kit can be downloaded at no cost from here, and includes: 1) Self-Administered Patient History Form and Sample Physical Exam Form; 2) Contraceptive Efficacy Tools; 3) Patient Risk Comparison Tools; 4) Six-Step Plan: Responding to Announcements of Adverse Medical Events; 5) Additional Resources; and 6) Glossary […]
Private
[…] the screen, refer to guidance under Genetic History tab in full Clinical Toolkit; • In most situations, the couple should be referred to a qualified health care provider for appropriate counseling and potential testing. Mental Health History All women should be assessed for depression at least once a year (an assessment tool such as […]
Reproductive Life Plan
[…] to identify reproductive life plan questions that clarify pregnancy intention, strategies for shared decision making, as well as ethical challenges and potential bias that could influence consumer- provider communication. Another approach for helping people frame their reproductive life plan, based on previous CDC guidance is available here. The link provides a PDF document that […]
Women’s Health Resources for Consumers
Show Your Love is a national campaign designed to improve the health of women and babies by promoting preconception health and healthcare. The campaign’s main goal is to increase the number of women who plan their pregnancies and engage in healthy behaviors before becoming pregnant. For those women who don’t want to start a […]
Journal Supplements and Special Issues
[…] obstetrician-gynecologists think of preconception care. Maternal and Child Health Journal 2006; S59-65S Williams, J.L., Abelman, S.M., Fassett, E.M., Stone, C.E., Petrini, J.R., Damus, K., Mulinare, J. Health care provider knowledge and practices regarding folic acid, United States, 2002-2003. Maternal and Child Health Journal 2006; S67-S72 Frey, K.A., Files, J.A. Preconception healthcare: What women know and believe. […]