The health of your baby is largely a product of your health. There are things you can do to help your baby even before you’re pregnant. It just takes time and some preparation.
Get a pre-pregnancy checkup.
Check for high blood pressure
and diabetes.
Talk to your doctor about medicines you take, including herbal and over-the-counter drugs.
Take a multivitamin with 400 micrograms of folic acid each day before pregnancy.