March of Dimes
Before Pregnancy: Preconception
 


Becoming a parent is a life-altering event. There is no right or wrong time to have a baby—it's up to you and your partner. Before you get pregnant, you may want to prepare for the emotional and lifestyle changes you will face as a new mother and father.
  
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