Before you start trying for a baby
If you’re ready to start a family, there are simple steps you can take to improve your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy.
Make healthy choices early
Making healthy choices before you get pregnant benefits both you and your future baby.
Since 1 in 3 women become pregnant within a month of stopping contraception, it helps to prepare in advance.
Learn about getting pregnant
Tommy’s (a pregnancy and baby charity) has clear information on:
- how to get pregnant
- fertility and infertility
- being ready for pregnancy
- planning a pregnancy if you have a serious mental health condition
- planning a pregnancy with a physical health condition
Get NHS guidance
The NHS provides advice on:
- supplements
- vaccinations
- medicines
- stopping smoking
You can improve your chances of getting pregnant by following the steps on the NHS’s Planning your pregnancy page.