"Feeling Lucky?"
That’s the title of our educational campaign, helping parents-to-be to help themselves. It centres on a simple 5-point action plan, simple points that anyone considering pregnancy should know about.
The campaign message – 'healthy babies are not just down to luck' – is that while there are no guarantees, there are positive steps you can take to cut the risks of inborn conditions.
They are:-
- Ask your family about medical history – and tell your GP about any problems, ideally before conception
- Take folic acid as advised by your pharmacist/GP (Vitamin A supplements or multivitamins containing Vitamin A should not be taken in pregnancy).
- Reduce your intake of alcohol – stop completely if possible
- Stop smoking and using street drugs – if possible
- Eat a good, balanced diet – throughout your pregnancy
Want to know more?
An 8 page booklet is available through our Nurse Helpline or in the Publications area.
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