Why does my doctor ask if I’m thinking about getting pregnant in the next year?

Health care providers want you to have the most appropriate, up-to-date care possible. Knowing about your desires for pregnancy can help. You might be certain if you want to be pregnant soon or not. It’s also okay (and totally normal) to be unsure about getting pregnant or feel like you would be okay either way about getting pregnant or not. Talking to a health care provider about your pregnancy desires can help you figure out what information and care you might need.

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