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Lifestyle and pregnancy planning in general population of reproductive age women and women undergoing ivf procedure

A healthy pregnancy is best achieved by optimising health prior to falling pregnant, yet only about one third of pregnancies are planned. Lifestyle modifications and prenatal supplements achieve their full potential only if applied in prepregnancy period. We compared general population of reproductive age women (N=574) and women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure (N=220) to assess difference in pregnancy planning. Women undergoing IVF were found to be older (p=0.005), they tended to never smoke (p<0.001), and plan pregnancies more often (p<0.001) in comparison to general population of women. All women undergoing IVF were taking supplements in comparison to 17% general population of women. Among general population of women using supplements, 26% was planning a pregnancy. Finally, women who plan pregnancy are 45.6% more likely to never smoked (p=0.002) and 2.9 times more likely to take supplements. Women who undergo IVF procedures are more likely to prepare through written materials and counseling and as a result are more informed about pregnancy risks. They are taking supplements as a form of insurance for upcoming pregnancy and are generally leading a less risky lifestyle in order to protect a hard-earned pregnancy.

pregnancy planning ; supplementation ; smoking

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