A healthy pregnancy often begins months before conception. At Vertex Clinics, our pregnancy planning consultation in Salunke Nagar, Kondhwa gives you and your partner a calm, unhurried space to review your health, ask your questions and prepare with confidence. Our team looks at your medical history, medicines, lifestyle and nutrition, so that any concern can be addressed early rather than during pregnancy.
Pre-pregnancy counselling is a doctor’s consultation held before you try to conceive, to check that your body is ready for pregnancy and to reduce risks for you and your baby.
During the visit, our gynaecologist reviews your general health, menstrual and reproductive history, previous pregnancies, current medicines and daily habits. The consultation also covers your partner’s health where relevant, because both partners contribute to a healthy start.
A planning visit helps detect and manage health conditions, adjust medicines and build healthy habits before pregnancy begins, when changes are easiest and safest to make.
Many important developments in a baby’s early growth occur in the first weeks, often before a woman knows she is pregnant. Preparing beforehand allows us to:
The ideal time is two to three months before you start trying to conceive, although it is never too late to begin.
If you have a long-standing medical condition, a history of miscarriage or a complicated earlier pregnancy, an earlier visit gives us more time to plan. If you are already trying, you can still consult us at any point.
Our consultation includes a detailed health review, a physical assessment where needed, advice on nutrition and lifestyle, and recommended tests chosen for your individual needs.
Tests depend on your history, but commonly include blood count, blood group and Rh factor, blood sugar, thyroid function, infection screening and an ultrasound of the pelvis when needed.
Our doctor may also consider:
We recommend only what is clinically useful for you, and we explain the reason for each test.
Most women are advised to take 400 micrograms of folic acid daily, starting at least one month before conception and continuing through early pregnancy, but your doctor may prescribe a higher dose if you are at increased risk.
Folic acid helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects, which affect the baby’s brain and spine. A higher dose is usually considered for women with a previous affected pregnancy, certain medical conditions or specific medicines. Please follow your doctor’s advice rather than choosing a dose yourself.
Checking your immunity to rubella, chickenpox and hepatitis B, and keeping other routine vaccines up to date, helps protect both you and your baby.
Some vaccines, such as MMR and chickenpox, use live viruses and are normally given at least one month before conception, not during pregnancy. Our doctor will check your records and advise what you need.
Diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disease, PCOS, epilepsy, anaemia, obesity and a history of miscarriage or pregnancy complications all benefit from planning before conception.
For example, keeping blood sugar well controlled before pregnancy lowers risks for both mother and baby, and some medicines for epilepsy or blood pressure may need adjustment. Please do not stop any prescribed medicine on your own. Discuss it with us first.
Healthy eating, regular activity, a healthy weight, no smoking, no alcohol and limited caffeine help prepare your body for pregnancy.
Yes. Partner health, lifestyle habits and, when needed, semen testing are part of good preparation, because fertility and a healthy start involve both people.
We welcome partners at the consultation and encourage open discussion of habits, medicines and any family health concerns.
Consider an evaluation if you have not conceived after 12 months of trying (under 35 years), after 6 months (35 years or older), or sooner if you have irregular periods or known reproductive conditions.
Early assessment saves time and worry. Our team offers infertility evaluation and can guide you on the next steps.
Because you receive attentive, ethical and personalised guidance from an experienced obstetrician and gynaecologist.
Our consultant, Dr. Ruchi N. Thakur (MBBS, MS OBGY), has more than 22 years of experience and a fellowship in infertility. Families looking for the Best gynecologist in Salunke Nagar, Kondhwa often want three things: an experienced doctor, time to ask questions and advice that is easy to follow. We build every visit around these needs. Because we are a mother and child clinic, your baby’s care can continue smoothly after birth with our paediatric team.
A well-organised pregnancy planning consultation also becomes the foundation for everything that follows: your antenatal care, delivery planning and postnatal recovery are easier to manage when your health is understood from the very beginning.
Bring previous medical records, current medicines, earlier scan or test reports, vaccination history and a list of your questions.
It also helps to note your menstrual cycle dates and any family history of genetic or chronic conditions.
It is strongly recommended even for healthy women, because it confirms your readiness and covers vaccination, nutrition and supplements.
Plan for a detailed visit, since we review history and lifestyle as well as any reports.
In many cases yes. If tests or treatment are needed first, we will advise the safest timing.
Yes. Planning helps manage ovulation, weight and blood sugar before conception.
Do not stop any medicine without advice. We will review each one and suggest changes if needed.
Every family’s journey to parenthood is different, and the right preparation can bring both confidence and peace of mind. If you are thinking about starting or growing your family, book a pregnancy planning consultation in Salunke Nagar, Kondhwa with Vertex Clinics. Our team will guide you with clear advice, respect and compassionate care. Call +91 97303 44558 or book your appointment today.