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Counseling Before You Become PregnantOur tests can help you determine your risk of miscarriage, birth defects and genetic abnormalities before you begin your familyIf a genetic condition such as cystic fibrosis runs in your family, you have a history of miscarriage or other problem pregnancies, or you have a health condition that may complicate pregnancy, consider making an appointment with a maternal fetal medicine specialist for preconception counseling. Our maternal fetal medicine specialists (doctors who specialize in complicated pregnancies), genetic counselors and staff will recommend tests that can help you to determine your risk—before conception—of having a baby with a birth defect or genetic abnormality, or of experiencing a problem in pregnancy. If you have diabetes, heart disease, or another medical problem, they also can help you to better manage your health so you stay healthy during pregnancy.Preconception counseling services include:
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Call 610-402-CARE (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday) to talk to nurses and other experts who can help you find a doctor and more. This page last updated 9/3/08 10:15 AM
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