title: Preconception care: "VITAL MOM"--a guide for the primary care provider.
abstract: Preconception care is an important aspect of pregnancy-related care. Unfortunately, it is often ignored or minimized by both the patient and the provider. This article provides a framework for preconception care by offering the mnemonic "VITAL MOM." It is hoped that this offering will assist the clinician in optimizing pregnancy outcome.
authors: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-School of Osteopathic Medicine, 42 E Laurel Rd, Suite 2500, Stratford, NJ 08084-1504, USA. pkonchak@aol.com
authors: P S
authors: PS
authors: Konchak
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016742:Preconception Care; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D011256:Pregnancy Outcome; D011320:Primary Health Care