A New Day Psychiatry Offers

Pre-Conception Counseling

At A New Day Psychiatry, we understand that planning for a family is a significant life decision, and ensuring your mental and emotional well-being is essential to a healthy pregnancy and beyond. Pre-conception counseling offers individuals and couples the opportunity to address their mental health, emotional readiness, and overall well-being before conception, laying the foundation for a successful pregnancy and a smooth transition into parenthood.

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Ensure your mental health is balanced before pregnancy by managing conditions like anxiety or depression.

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Pre-conception counseling helps lower stress and anxiety, preparing you emotionally for pregnancy and parenthood.

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Review your medications to ensure they’re safe for pregnancy, prioritizing both your health and your baby’s.

What We Offer

Pre-Conception Counseling

Pre-conception counseling is a proactive approach that helps you prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically for pregnancy. It involves a thorough evaluation of your mental health, lifestyle, and any underlying conditions that may impact your pregnancy or the ability to conceive. At A New Day Psychiatry, our team works closely with you to identify any potential mental health concerns, provide support, and create a personalized plan to help optimize your health before conception.

Mental Health Optimization – Managing any pre-existing mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder, is critical to ensuring stability during pregnancy.
Stress Reduction – Preparing emotionally for the changes that pregnancy and parenthood bring can help reduce stress and anxiety, which can positively affect conception and pregnancy outcomes.
Medication Management – If you're currently taking psychiatric medications, pre-conception counseling provides the opportunity to review their safety during pregnancy and explore alternative treatments if necessary.
Improved Relationship Communication – Counseling can help strengthen communication between partners, ensuring that both are emotionally prepared and aligned with the upcoming changes.
Informed Decision-Making – By discussing potential mental health risks, lifestyle changes, and emotional preparedness, you can make informed decisions about family planning with confidence and peace of mind.
Individuals with a history of mental health conditions – Those who have experienced depression, anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder and need support in managing their mental health before pregnancy.
Couples facing emotional challenges – Partners who have dealt with relationship issues and want to strengthen their bond and communication before starting a family.
Individuals on psychiatric medications – Those taking psychiatric medications who require expert guidance on safely managing or adjusting treatments before and during pregnancy.
Individuals or couples coping with pregnancy loss or infertility – Those who have experienced the emotional toll of pregnancy loss or infertility and seek support as they plan to conceive again.
Anyone aiming to optimize mental and emotional health – Individuals or couples who want to ensure their mental and emotional well-being is at its best before embarking on the journey of parenthood.
Physical exam – Your healthcare provider may conduct a physical examination to evaluate your overall health. This typically includes checking your vital organs such as the heart and lungs and assessing your vital signs like blood pressure.
Lab tests – You may undergo lab tests to screen for infections, diseases, or conditions that might require treatment. To optimize medication management while trying to conceive, we may offer genetic testing specific to psychiatric medication to optimize mental health outcomes for pre- and post-conception.
Medical history – Your provider will review your medical history, including any existing health conditions, medications, and past surgeries. They will also discuss your OB/GYN history, such as your birth control use, menstrual cycle regularity, and any previous pregnancies.
Family history – Your family medical history can help identify any genetic conditions that may be passed on to your child. It’s equally important to evaluate your partner’s family medical history to ensure a comprehensive understanding of potential inherited psychiatric conditions .(Sperm banks gather this information from donors during the screening process as well.)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our FAQ section provides answers to common questions about pre-conception counseling, offering helpful information to guide you through the process at A New Day Psychiatry.

What is pre-conception counseling?
Pre-conception counseling is a proactive approach to preparing for pregnancy by addressing mental, emotional, and physical health. At A New Day Psychiatry, we focus on evaluating your mental health, managing conditions like anxiety or depression, and providing guidance to ensure emotional well-being before pregnancy.
Who should consider pre-conception counseling?
Pre-conception counseling is ideal for anyone planning to conceive, especially those with a history of mental health conditions, couples looking to improve their emotional connection, or individuals on psychiatric medications. A New Day Psychiatry helps tailor the counseling experience to your unique needs, ensuring you feel supported during the journey to parenthood.
How can pre-conception counseling help me manage stress and anxiety about pregnancy?
We understand that planning for a family can bring up feelings of stress or anxiety. Our team at A New Day Psychiatry offers coping strategies and emotional support, helping you reduce anxiety and build confidence in your ability to handle pregnancy and parenthood.
Can I stay on psychiatric medications during pregnancy?
At A New Day Psychiatry, we work with you to review your current medications, assess their safety during pregnancy, and explore alternatives if necessary. Our goal is to protect both your mental health and your baby’s development.
What should I expect during a pre-conception counseling session?
During a session, you can expect a thorough evaluation of your mental health, lifestyle, and emotional readiness for pregnancy. We’ll discuss your history, any concerns, and create a personalized plan to ensure you’re mentally and emotionally prepared to start a family.
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