Preconception Care
Preconception care is that the provision of medicine, activity and social health interventions to women and couples before conception happens. It aims at rising their health standing and reducing behaviors and individual and environmental factors that contribute to poor maternal and kid health outcomes. Its final aim is to boost maternal and kid health, in each the short and long term.
Its aim is to improve maternal and child health,
Preconception care has a positive effect on a range of health outcomes
Reduce maternal and child mortality
Prevent unintended pregnancies
Prevent complications during pregnancy and delivery
Prevent stillbirths, preterm birth and low birth weight
Prevent birth defects
Prevent neonatal infections