You need to cross-check your prevailing health status, and ensure you are in optimal health as you embark on getting pregnant. That means being up to date with all recommended health screening tests. Such screening includes sexual health screening, cervical cancer screening and any other relevant screening tests individualised to your specific circumstances. Once you conceive, commence antenatal care within the first three months of the pregnancy. ALSO READ: Trying to conceive for a year now, should I be worried?

Source: Standard Digital May 13, 2017 08:48 UTC