What advice would you give a friend about conceiving and del

What advice would you give a friend about conceiving and delivering the healthiest infant possible if the woman is 38 and the man is 40 and both have some history of genetically linked diseases running in their families?

Solution

If the woman is 35 or above, she should see a doctor after 6 months of trying to conceive. The basic advice given to a woman who is 38 are listed as follows:

1. Begin taking pre-natal vitamins to help your body get ready for the pregnancy. Also, consume healthy balanced diet. Stop drinking and smoking.

2. Make sure you get enough sleep, ideally atleast eight hours per night.

3. Try to reduce any type of stress through meditation, massage. hobbies, acupuncture , etc.

4. Check your family tree: If your husband or you has some genetic disorders in the pedigree, then consult a doctor to seek advice about it.

5. Schedule a pre-conception visit to your doctor to make sure you are in top baby making shape.

6. Seek genetic screening, if you have a family history or at risk of genetic diseases and get your treatment started.