Pre-wedding and pre-pregnancy checkups with a female doctor (Sinnonhyeon Station)

What's the most important preparation to make before marriage?

During the hectic period of wedding photos, wedding gifts, and preparing a new home, it's easy to neglect your own health. If you are planning a pregnancy, a pre-conception OB-GYN check-up is one of the most important health assessments to prioritize among your wedding preparations.

Even minor issues that usually go unnoticed can affect both the mother's body and the fetus during pregnancy. Blanc OB-GYN offers personalized pre-conception check-up programs for those planning a pregnancy, tailored to each individual's condition.

Why are pre-conception check-ups necessary?

Pregnancy is reported to proceed more stably in a well-prepared body. Here are areas where early check-ups can be beneficial:

• Identify unknown diseases or infections before pregnancy
• Identify factors that could be associated with complications during pregnancy in advance
• Manage diseases that could affect fetal health in advance
• Check for potential transmission of infections between partners
• Adjust medications and supplements being taken to be suitable for pregnancy

In our clinic, we often see many individuals who undergo their first check-up only after deciding to conceive. Since some items may require time for preparation based on the results, we recommend getting tested in advance during the planning stage.

If you wish to review the entire process of preparing for pregnancy, it may be helpful to look at Pre-Pregnancy Care and Premarital Prenatal Panel together.

What items are included in the basic pre-conception check-up?

At Blanc OB-GYN, we divide the check-up into three main categories. The meaning of each item is summarized in the table below.

Particularly, rubella infection during pregnancy has been reported to be associated with the risk of fetal malformations. Therefore, it is recommended to check for rubella antibodies before pregnancy and receive vaccination if necessary. If you are curious about your overall women's health status, you can broaden your check-up with a Well-Woman Checkup.

How are results managed after the check-up?

Check-up results are not just about confirming numbers. We continue management in the following directions based on the results:

• Adjust medications to be safe for pregnancy
• Guide on appropriate supplements such as folic acid, Vitamin D, and Omega-3 based on your condition
• If vaginitis or sexually transmitted infections are confirmed, coordinate pregnancy timing after treatment
• Consult on management directions based on ovarian function test results
• Guidance on appropriate pregnancy timing after rubella vaccination

If you have irregular periods or severe menstrual pain, it may also be helpful to investigate the cause with Menstrual Disorder Care before preparing for pregnancy.

If you're unsure which tests are needed first for your situation, feel free to get a light consultation by asking about test items and timing.

We recommend pre-conception check-ups for these individuals

If any of the following apply to you, getting a pre-conception check-up in advance can help ensure a more stable pregnancy process.

• Those planning to conceive relatively soon after marriage
• Those with irregular periods or severe menstrual pain
• Those preparing for marriage in their late 30s
• Those who usually experience chronic fatigue or anemia
• Those with a history of miscarriage
• Those with a history of uterine fibroids or endometriosis
• Those concerned about ovarian function

Even minor discomforts, if checked before pregnancy, can help reduce uncertainties during the pregnancy process. If you are someone who has postponed check-ups, we recommend using your wedding preparations as an opportunity to start your health assessment.

How are Blanc OB-GYN's wedding and pre-conception check-up consultations conducted?

To help prospective couples prepare for a new beginning with a healthy body, we conduct consultations in the following environment:

• Consultation structure often allowing same-day tests and result discussions
• Guidance on test items tailored to individual conditions
• One-on-one consultation directly with the chief director
• Consultation environment that respects privacy
• Partner testing linkage if necessary

If you are about to get married or are considering pregnancy in the near future, now is a good time to start your pre-conception check-up rather than postponing it.

If you are concerned about the timing of preparation or the scope of tests, please feel free to contact us via consult now.

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Dr. Eun Jin Lee, Chief Director (Specialized in OB-GYN at Samsung Medical Center, Regular Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Regular Member of the Korean Society of Menopause) Dr. Eun Jin Lee's Profile First published 2025-11-15 / Last reviewed 2026-06-17

Test items and result interpretation may vary depending on individual conditions, so please confirm an accurate diagnosis and plan through consultation with an OB-GYN specialist.