As a woman with diabetes there are 'Things you need to know!'

• If having a baby is the last thing on your mind you need to know why it is important to prevent an unplanned pregnancy and where to go for contraceptive advice
  
  
• If you do want a family, then you need to know why it is important to plan and what steps you can take to make sure you are ready. 

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Be Proactive!!
If you're not planning a baby, it's up to you to get contraceptive advice about methods that will work for you
As EJ said, there's a lot that you can do to make a difference- if you want to have a baby, there's no reason why you can't have a healthy baby.

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Knowledge is Power!
By viewing this site and the video clips you are empowering yourself to take control of your life and your diabetes.

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Just as there are 9 months in a pregnancy, there are 9 important steps you can take to plan for pregnancy!
Click here to print out a checklist to help you take those 9 steps. Why not take it along with you next time you go to see your GP or diabetes care team? By working together as a partnership, you and your healthcare professional can plan effectively for pregnancy.

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You are NEVER alone!
Your local diabetes care team and your GP are there to help and support you to achieve your goal, whether that be avoiding an unplanned pregnancy or preparing for pregnancy. Make an appointment today to discuss your needs with the team. You can find your nearest pre-pregnancy care clinic here.

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