Have sexual intercourse during the woman’s fertile window
Make sure the sperm enters the vagina and travels to the egg
If fertilization happens, the egg implants in the uterus
The pregnancy lasts about 9 months
Get regular prenatal checkups during pregnancy
Eat a healthy diet and avoid alcohol, smoking, and harmful drugs
Take prenatal vitamins, especially folic acid, if advised by a doctor
Give birth at a hospital, clinic, or with a qualified birth professional