What to check before having a second child

Due to the relaxation of the two-child policy, many couples are now preparing to have a second child. In order to have a successful pregnancy and give birth to a healthy baby, a pre-pregnancy check-up is a top priority. Therefore, couples should go to the hospital for examination when preparing for the second child. So, what pre-pregnancy physical examinations should be done before having a second child?

The main items of female examination include: routine blood test, endocrine test, urine test, chromosome test, leucorrhea test, symptom test, etc. Through these tests, it can be determined whether the woman's body has any symptoms. If the woman has some symptoms, it is best to treat them first and then prepare for pregnancy, so as not to affect the health of the fetus during pregnancy.

There are some similarities between male and female examination items, such as routine blood test, chromosome test, urine test, etc. The differences are examination of the urinary and reproductive system, sperm testing, etc. Through this kind of test, not only can it be checked whether there are abnormalities in the male semen, but also whether the male body suffers from certain diseases. For example, nephritis, AIDS, orchitis and other diseases. If a man suffers from a disease that is not conducive to pregnancy, he should be treated first to avoid adverse effects on eugenics. Pregnancy is a matter for both parties, and both husband and wife need to be healthy. Therefore, during the pre-pregnancy physical examination, it is best for both husband and wife to be examined, which is conducive to the birth of a healthy baby.

When should I do a pre-pregnancy checkup for my second child?

Generally speaking: Pre-pregnancy physical examinations are generally recommended to start 3-6 months before pregnancy.

It is generally recommended that pre-pregnancy physical examinations be done 3-6 months before pregnancy, including both husband and wife.

It is best for women to have a pre-pregnancy physical examination within 3-7 days after the menstrual period is over. Please note that it is best not to have sex before the examination. If other problems are found during the pre-pregnancy physical examination, there may still be time for intervention and treatment.

Therefore, it is advisable to conduct a pre-pregnancy physical examination at least 3 months in advance, and the couple should do it at the same time.

But now, the universal two-child policy has just been announced, and parents who are planning to have a second child can go to the hospital for a check-up first. It is recommended to start the "baby-making plan" after 3-6 months to grow a healthier and smarter baby.