Family Planning

Having control over your reproductive choices is one of the most important aspects of women’s healthcare. At Align Women’s Health in Jamaica, New York, Simone Lomax, DNP, WHNP, provides personalized family planning counseling to help you make informed decisions about pregnancy, contraception, and fertility. Dr. Lomax takes time to understand your needs and concerns, offering evidence-based guidance for your goals. Schedule your family planning consultation today by phone or online to discuss your reproductive goals.

What is family planning? 

Family planning involves making informed decisions about when and whether to have children. Dr. Lomax helps you evaluate your reproductive goals and provides guidance on:

• Preventing pregnancy if or until you’re ready
• Planning for conception when you want to start trying
• Spacing pregnancies appropriately for your health and family circumstances
• Choosing effective contraceptive options
• Optimizing your health before conception
• Addressing fertility concerns and timing
• Managing medical conditions that might affect pregnancy
• Genetic counseling for family histories of inherited conditions

Dr. Lomax takes time to understand your individual circumstances and creates a personalized approach that aligns with your timeline and health needs.

What does family planning counseling include? 

Dr. Lomax tailors each family planning discussion to your specific needs and timeline. Your consultation may cover:

• Current contraceptive needs and effectiveness
• Preconception health optimization, including folic acid and lifestyle changes
• Medical conditions that could affect pregnancy outcomes
• Family history screening for genetic concerns
• Fertility awareness and timing conception
• Spacing between pregnancies for optimal health

She also addresses concerns about age-related fertility changes, previous pregnancy complications, or medications that might need adjustment before conception.

When should I start family planning discussions? 

Family planning conversations benefit women at any stage of their reproductive years. Dr. Lomax recommends discussing your goals during routine visits, even if pregnancy isn’t at the top of your mind right now.

If you’re actively trying to conceive, she suggests starting preconception counseling at least three months before attempting pregnancy. This timeline enables health optimizations, such as  starting prenatal vitamins, managing chronic conditions, and making lifestyle changes that support healthy conception and pregnancy.

How does family planning address fertility concerns? 

Dr. Lomax helps you understand your fertility window and signs of ovulation for natural conception timing. She discusses when fertility testing might be appropriate if you’ve been trying to conceive without success.

For women concerned about age-related fertility decline, she explains options like fertility preservation and helps you make informed decisions about timing. She also coordinates care with fertility specialists when advanced treatments are needed.

Plan your reproductive future with personalized counseling. Call Align Women’s Health to schedule with Dr. Lomax or book online today.