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Periconception Window

Meaning

The Periconception Window is the critical and highly sensitive time frame spanning approximately three months before conception and extending through the early stages of embryonic development, encompassing both gamete maturation and early implantation. This period is paramount in hormonal health because the physiological and metabolic status of both prospective parents profoundly influences the quality of the ovum and sperm, as well as the early epigenetic programming of the fetus. Optimizing maternal and paternal hormonal balance, nutritional status, and environmental exposures during this window is essential for maximizing fertility, reducing pregnancy complications, and ensuring long-term health outcomes for the offspring.