Episode 1: What is preconception health for men and why does it matter so much?
In this episode
In the first episode of Dad Starts Now, host Nick West chats with Associate Professor Tim Moss, a biomedical research scientist and Health Content Manager at Healthy Male, to unpack what preconception health means for men, why it matters and what to do about it. They explore how a man’s health before trying for a baby can impact his fertility, his partner’s pregnancy outcomes and even the long-term health of his future children.
Host: Nick West
Centre for Male Health (Western Sydney University) Project Officer
Expert Guest: A/Prof Tim Moss
Healthy Male Health Content Manager, Biomedical Research Scientist
Episode highlights
[00:40] Introduction to preconception health
[02:47 ] Tim Moss on personal experience and research
[04:39] The importance of men’s health before conception
[07:22] Practical tips for improving preconception health
[14:24] Understanding male fertility
[18:56] When to start caring about preconception health
[24:47] Final thoughts and key takeaways
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