To be sure you keep receiving this newsletter, please add newsletter@lm.babyzone.com to your address book. Pregnant? Not trying anymore? Update your profile. TTC Tips December 14. 2012 Hi there Why Prepare for Conception? Many happy pregnancies are unplanned, but doctors now urge couples to think ahead and prepare for conception for six to 12 months! If you've made the big decision to get going on baby-making, it can be hard to hold back. But consider this: The formation of sperm and the maturation of eggs may take up to four months, so any change you make in diet or lifestyle or chemical exposure will take at least that long to influence conception and your baby's health. In other words, if you conceive a baby tomorrow, you're working with eggs and sperm that started developing three months ago -- how well were you taking care of yourself then? So today, learn why you should prepare for pregnancy, and take heart: If you don't get pregnant on the very first try; it gives you this important prep time! Good health, good luck, and see you in two weeks! Plus: Your TTC Strategy: Prepare to Be Pregnant > Test Yourself: Are You Ready to Conceive? > 9 Reasons Why Now is a Great Time to Have a Baby > Your Body Folic Acid: Why Start Now? You've likely heard of this pre-pregancy must-have -- but do you know why it's so crucial to begin taking folic acid now? Your Partner Is He Ready to Be a Daddy? How is he with animals? With his own parents? You may have discussed parenthood with your partner already, but this quiz can help you be extra sure. Your Life A 5-Point Plan to Help You Conceive It's time. You've discussed it, and you and your partner have come to the conclusion that it is time to start a family. Now for the sex, right? Not necessarily. is it time? When it comes to getting pregnant, timing is everything! Track your cycle with your personalized ovulation calendar. What is considered actively trying? The best definition is making sure that you are having intercourse each month at a time when pregnancy is possible… Read on Have a question for our experts? Don't be shy, ask away! "When did I know I was ready for a baby? When I missed my period and the test came back positive!"--Kelley Are you ready for parenthood? I am in a loving and nurturing relationship with a partner who has the same parenting goals as I do. True False We're working on it your community As you start to try for a baby, one thing's for sure: You're not alone! Meet others on the same path to parenthood! Go to BabyZone's Family Planning community message board. Did you get your BFP? Big fat positive on your home pregnancy test, that is? If so, congrats! You'll want to switch your newsletter subscription to BabyZone's Pregnancy newsletter. Clicking on the Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter link(s) will take you away from our Disney site where different terms of use and privacy policy apply. This e-mail was sent to <%tokens["email_address"]%>. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS E-MAIL. For all other inquiries, visit Guest Services. Cancel my e-mail newsletter subscription You have received this message because you signed up to receive e-mail from BabyZone. If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter, you can unsubscribe from our mailing list. Add me to Disney Online's do not e-mail list This e-mail contains an advertisement from Disney Online, 500 S. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA 91521. Unsubscribe from all types of future commercial e-mails from Disney Online regarding its products and services. (c) Disney. All Rights Reserved.