https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:30:00 +0000 Sat, 29 Mar 2008 16:10:04 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 11.10 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=15474 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=338361&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#338361 Author: Gazelle
Subject: 15474
Posted: 29 March 2008 at 4:10pm

It sounds like we might be ttc around the same time

I have been thinking about ttc for a while and I found the book "Stay Fertile Longer" by Mary Kittel really helpful. It explains all the sorts of factors that can contribute to sucessful conception and what you can do now to help that. I found it really good cos you may think you don't have to do anything until 3 months out (folic acid etc) but there is heaps of stuff that it is imporatnt to start working on even 1 year before ttc (I am a natural planner so I think thats why I liked it so much).

It is not just physical stuff either, but having discussions with your partner on how you will bring up the child (religion, disciplne etc), making sure you are ready (in right job, reduced stress), environmental factors etc.

I got the book from Borders but you could try your library for this or similar books. ]]> Sat, 29 Mar 2008 16:10:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=338361&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#338361 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=331252&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#331252 Author: catie
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 7:00pm

It's probably a good idea to visit the Dr to have your iron levels checked, rubella immunity etc.

Lots of pretty obvious stuff -eat well, give up smoking, exercise sensibly, cminimise caffeine, blah blah, and make sure your DH does too - and he needs to keep the swimmers cool - so minimise hot baths etc. The key time for folic acid is pretty much immediately after conception and for the first couple of months, so before you even know you're prg - therefore the advice to start it as soon as you start ttc. and like the others have said, 800 mcg.

good luck ]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:00:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=331252&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#331252 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=331249&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#331249 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 6:48pm

My doctor did send me for a blood test to make sure my imms were up to date.]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:48:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=331249&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#331249 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=331153&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#331153 Author: ElfsMum
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 4:35pm

my folic acid was cheaper (as i have no community service card) at chemist than on prescription.. was 11 $ for 3 months worth. (apofolic)]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:35:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=331153&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#331153 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330751&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330751 Author: MrsMojo
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 9:36am

Same as the lovely ladies above said re: folic acid and generally being healthy.

Regarding the pill I was on it for nearly 10 years when we decided to TTC. I stopped taking it and was pregnant after 3 months so if you decide to stop using your pill but aren't ready for TTC yet make sure you use something else.]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 09:36:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330751&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330751 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330746&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330746 Author: peanut butter
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 9:24am

Start saving your pennies too. If you can get used to living on one income and saving the rest you will have a sweet time of it later.

Folic acid 800mg 3 months before is ideal. Also make sure you are getting iodine (iodized salt instead of sea salt).

As kawwwww said, start shifting towards a healthy diet and excersing a lttle if you dont already. It all helps and makes you feel good too I wouldnt cut out alcohol completely but maybe cut out any benders (although those generally go with getting pregnant )

Basically I would concentrate on just being as healthy as you can wihtout being ridiculous. Cut out the junk food, and diet coke (aparently can reduce fertility)

Good luck!]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 09:24:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330746&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330746 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330713&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330713 Author: ElfsMum
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 8:41am

folic acid recommended 3 months before and up till 13 weeks. I personally didnt see my doctor but its possibly a good idea..they say things like cutting out caffeine and getting regular exercise(I didn't though) and having a good healthy diet.. and no alcohol i guess in a perfect ttc world.

in terms of the pill i dont think there's a set time..it probably is good to allow for a few months though.. oh and relaxing...apparently stress makes things more difficult! ]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 08:41:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330713&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330713 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330704&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330704 Author: muppet
Subject: 15474
Posted: 20 March 2008 at 8:29am

Hi everyone,

My husband and I are planning to start TTC later in the year. I was wondering what I should do to prepare for this.

How long before TTC should I come off the pill? I'm guessing that it's good to allow a few months for my body to get back to 'normal'? (I've been on the pill for nearly 7 years)

I've heard about taking folic acid. How long before TTC is it recommended to take it?

Should I see my doctor at some stage? Is there anything else I should do other than trying to stay healthy?

Any opinions would be great

Thanks,

Claire]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 08:29:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15474&PID=330704&title=what-to-do-before-ttc#330704