Most couples nowadays know that it is necessary to quit smoking during the preconception period, whether male or female. Especially many women who smoke need to quit smoking in a timely manner. But many women actually don't know how long it takes for them to quit smoking before having children. So this article will introduce how long before women have children to quit smoking, and how women prepare for pregnancy.
How long does it take for women to quit smoking before having children
If you want to have children, both husband and wife should start quitting smoking six months ago and take folic acid in the first three months of pregnancy!
How do women prepare for pregnancy
1. Pay attention to radiation protection
This is a concern that women have been particularly concerned about since preparing for pregnancy, but various types of radiation in daily life are a bit difficult to prevent. As modern white-collar women, female friends who frequently use computers must stay away from electromagnetic pollution such as computers, speakers, mobile phones, and microwave ovens six months before preparing for pregnancy. Because this is one of the reasons that can easily cause fetal malformations.
2. Take a certain amount of folic acid
Folic acid deficiency can cause disorders in embryonic DHA synthesis and replication, leading to neural tube defects and the birth of anencephaly, spina bifida, and encephalocele. So, it is necessary to supplement 400-600 micrograms of folic acid from 3 months before and after pregnancy to reduce the occurrence and recurrence risk of neural tube defects.
3. Taking medication under the guidance of a doctor
The fetal period is a period of rapid cell differentiation and tissue and organ development, which is easily influenced by external factors such as drugs. Especially during the first three months of pregnancy, the baby's important organs are formed during this period, and the possibility of drug induced malformations is even greater. Even nutritional drugs such as vitamins and folic acid should be used under the guidance of a doctor, as overdose may lead to poisoning.
4. Adjust diet and supplement nutrition
During the preparation period for pregnancy, expectant fathers and mothers should have a comprehensive and balanced diet before pregnancy. It should be noted that expectant mothers who have a vegetarian diet should make appropriate dietary adjustments before pregnancy and consume appropriate nutrients to prepare for pregnancy, as some nutrients cannot be obtained solely by eating vegetarian food.
This article provides a detailed introduction on how long it takes for women to quit smoking before having children, as well as how to prepare for pregnancy. As a woman preparing for pregnancy, it is best for you to take timely measures to quit the bad habit of smoking. At the same time, women preparing for pregnancy must do the above preparations in order to give birth to a healthy baby.
