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surrounding preconception health.

This month's newsletter covers chronic conditions, and how they may impact you before, during, and after pregnancy.

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This month's newsletter provides an overview of the 2025 March of Dimes Report Card for North Carolina, with a focus on preconception health!

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November is Prematurity Awareness Month!

Read about how focusing on preconception health can reduce the risk factors contributing to preterm birth.

Holiday Season is Here!

Read how to maintain healthy habits throughout the holiday season that play a role in preconception health.

January is Birth Defects Awareness Month!

Read about different measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of preventable birth defects before pregnancy.

February is Hearth Health Awareness Month!

Read about the importance of adopting healthy habits prior to pregnancy to combat the risk of developing heart disease.

Now is the Time for Folic Acid!

Read about the importance of folic acid before pregnancy, along with Ready for Life NC's multivitamin distribution program.

Adopt Healthy Habits this Springtime!

Read about the importance of developing healthy habits now, from taking a daily multivitamin, to quitting smoking.

Focus on Your Health in Between Pregnancies!

Read about the importance of prioritizing your health during the interconception period.