If you’re planning to start trying to conceive in 2027, you don’t have to wait until the New Year to plan for your pregnancy. In fact, some of the most important work can begin months before you stop birth control or start tracking ovulation.
As a fertility-focused naturopathic doctor, I encourage my patients to think about the preconception window as an opportunity to optimize their health before they start trying.
Why? Because it takes approximately 100 days for an egg and sperm to develop and mature. The lifestyle, nutrition, sleep, stress, exercise, and environmental factors you’re exposed to during this time can all be part of the bigger picture of reproductive health.
That doesn’t mean you need to completely overhaul your life or follow a “perfect” fertility diet. Small, consistent changes can add up. ❤️
So, what should you be thinking about?
Depending on your individual health history, this might include:
✨ Optimizing your nutrition
✨ Reviewing supplements and nutrient status
✨ Supporting metabolic and hormone health
✨ Assessing menstrual cycles and ovulation
✨ Looking at thyroid health
✨ Considering egg AND sperm health
✨ Reviewing lifestyle factors like sleep, exercise, alcohol and smoking
✨ Addressing any symptoms that may be affecting fertility
And you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
I’ve created a comprehensive Fertility Checklist to help you get started. It walks you through the key areas I recommend considering when preparing for pregnancy—including egg, uterus and sperm health.
👉 Download your FREE Fertility Checklist here and use it as a starting point for your preconception planning.
If 2027 is your TTC year, now is a great time to start thinking about your fertility health. Your future self—and potentially your future baby—will thank you. 💛
As always, fertility is highly individual. This checklist is an educational starting point and does not replace individualized medical care.