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    kiwic_604 is offline Registered User
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    preconception preparation

    it's our first time trying to conceive a baby. I'm wondering what preparation, if any, I should do before I conceive. I've heard of many stories (can't get a bed at a private hospital that you like, waitlist for a OB/GYN, etc.).

    I currently don't have an OB/GYN that I go to. should I start to see one now? any suggestions (on the HK island)?

    is it enough time to do all this after I am pregnant?


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    I don't think you need to book a doc before being pregnant- I think some of them are only pregnancy and fertility treatment reLated, for ex dr doo and Lucy lord so wouldn't be much point. Although it's prob a good idea to have a reg doc to Do all your usual check ups to Check that you are healthy.


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    A good starting point is writing down your period, how long is each cycle. If it's taking you a while to get pregnant, then you can consider going to a fertility specialist. They will look at you & your partner/husband's weight, diet, habits etc. It took me close to year trying to conceive when I decided to go to a dr. By all means, if you want to see a dr, then see one. But as the saying goes, if nothing is broke, there is nothing to fix.


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    Start taking prenatal vitamins containing Folic acid as soon as you start TTC...


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    I think there's be enough time to see and Ob/gyn and get a bed after you get pregnant. Anyway, technically, the private hospitals won't accept your booking before a certain stage (10 weeks) I think, though the docs might be able to put you on a list earlier (maybe 6 weeks).

    You might consider doing some bloodwork before you conceive. Like you and your partner getting checked for the thalassaemia gene. When I got pregnant and tested, I found out I'm a thalassaemia minor, luckily my husband was tested next and didn't carry the gene.


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    thanks for the tips. i was just getting nervous since it sounds quite intense in HK with the limited space etc. good to know that there should be enough time to still plan everything when I am actually pregnant.

    and yes, already been taking folic acid supplements for almost a year now and also have tracked my period for two years.

    thanks!


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    There are quite a few apps to help you track your period and to remind you when you're ovulating.
    Good luck and hope you get your soon

    Don't forget to buy some sexy lingerie too.

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