New preconception health resources highlight pharmacists' role in care before and during pregnancy

CPhA has contributed resources to a new preconception health toolkit launched by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC), now available on PregnancyInfo.ca. The comprehensive resource is designed to support women and gender-diverse individuals in planning for a healthy pregnancy or a healthier life at any stage.

The new Preconception Health page brings together expert-informed guidance from organizations across Canada, highlighting the importance of health before pregnancy in shaping fertility, early pregnancy, and long-term outcomes.

Given the important role pharmacists play in providing accessible, front-line support, CPhA contributed three key resources:

These tools are designed to support pharmacists in counselling patients on medication use, preventive care, and nutritional needs before and during pregnancy, helping to inform decision-making and improve health outcomes.

Pharmacists are encouraged to explore and use these resources to support patient conversations and advance proactive, patient-centred care. For more on supporting women’s and gender-diverse health, explore CPhA’s Resource Round-up: Women’s Health.