Power Your Family Plan With Birth Spacing
Am I ready for another baby?
While you’re thinking of everyone else in your family, don’t forget to ask yourself the most important question of all: Am I ready for another baby?
What is best for me?
- Do I already feel overwhelmed at the
end of the day? - Can I give a new baby the attention
they deserve? - Have I taken the time to grieve?
(For those who recently had a miscarriage) - Have I checked with my doctor to see if my body is ready for another pregnancy?
Why Wait?
- Improve your health and your baby’s health
- Give yourself time to heal and get back to normal
- Give special attention to each child
- Have time to lose your pregnancy weight
Would your body be ready?
Or do you feel like you are running on empty?
If you’re running on empty, you need to fill up so you can stay healthy for your new family. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can drain your body of nutrients, particularly folate. If you become pregnant again before replacing those nutrients, it could affect your health or your baby’s health.
HOW SOON IS TOO SOON?
Planning to wait 18 –24 months after giving birth before trying to get pregnant again is healthier for mothers and babies. Moms age 35 and older can try again in 12 months because of infertility concerns.