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  • Reproductive Health
  • Public Health
  • Maternal Health

Background:

  • Preconception care is often missed as pregnancies are unplanned and consultations are infrequent.
  • The interconception period is a critical window for addressing health issues impacting pregnancy outcomes and future conceptions.
  • Focusing on interconception health is vital for managing pregnancy complications and long-term health trajectories.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence supporting increased attention on interconception health.
  • To identify key areas of interconception care crucial for equitable access before subsequent pregnancies.
  • To present a model of care for interconception health targeting vulnerable populations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of evidence on interconception health.
  • Identification of five key areas for interconception care: interpregnancy intervals, contraception, weight, nutrition, and gestational diabetes follow-up.
  • Presentation of a US-based model for interconception care.

Main Results:

  • The interconception period is a viable and opportune time to implement health interventions.
  • Specific areas like interpregnancy intervals, contraception, weight management, nutrition, and gestational diabetes follow-up are critical.
  • Models of care exist internationally, with a US-based model designed to reach underserved women.

Conclusions:

  • Interconception care is essential for improving maternal health and future pregnancy outcomes.
  • Targeted interventions in key areas can mitigate risks and promote health equity.
  • Models of care, particularly those reaching vulnerable populations, are necessary for effective preconception health.