When Should You Start Preparing for Pregnancy? The Answer Might Surprise You
If you’re thinking of trying for a baby someday soon, you might be asking: “Do I need to do anything before we start trying?”
Most women assume prep starts after they stop birth control or once they’re actively trying to conceive.
But here’s what no one talks about: If issues arise, they take time to diagnose and treat.
Why Thinking Ahead Matters for Fertility
Eggs are developing for 3 months before ovulation.
Hormonal imbalances, gut dysfunction, blood sugar issues, or thyroid problems often require several months (or longer) to stabilize.
Lifestyle changes like sleep, stress, nutrition, and metabolic health, and other habit changes, take time to integrate.
Nutrient stores take time to rebuild.
A Simple First Step Makes a Big Difference
Starting with a preconception assessment and a few months of cycle tracking gives us valuable information right away. It helps catch any small imbalances early, so you’re not left months into trying and wondering what’s wrong.
Most of these steps take very little time to begin and can have a significant impact on your fertility readiness — and you’ll feel stronger and healthier once they're addressed.
The Ideal Window to Start
3-12 months before you'd like to conceive is ideal.
This allows time to:
Improve egg & sperm quality
Regulate hormones and cycles
Lower miscarriage risks
Even a few months of preconception prep can make a real difference — but giving your body a little extra time is always a gift.
The Good News? You Don’t Have To Figure It Out Alone
This is exactly why I created the Baby Ready Blueprint — a clear, step-by-step plan to fully prepare your body for pregnancy.
If you're thinking about trying within the next year, now is the perfect time to start.
Get on the Baby Ready Blueprint Waitlist and be fully prepared to conceive with confidence.
Meet Your Doctor
Hi, I’m Dr. Caitlin Fanning, ND (Naturopathic Doctor),
I help women who are struggling with hormone imbalances, fatigue, and infertility optimize their hormones and get their life back so they can feel like their best self.
If you're ready to take charge of your health and make real, lasting changes to your energy, your hormones, or your overall well-being, I would love to talk more!