<s>[INST] Hi Doctor,I am 35yrs old and last year in the month of nov2010 i got married.now i am wishing to go on family way my husband who is 40yrs old says that first we should consult doctor and in the month of August this year he says that he is wishing to plan a baby but i am wanting to start now.plz suggest what should i do and is there any need to hv folic acid medicines before i conceive or should i go for medical check up [/INST] Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern.  It's always desired to get full medical check up & ovulation study/semen analysis by both partners before trying for conception. Specially that in advanced age after 32 years. Such check up with correction of any health problem found folic acid intake are advised for a good fetal gain. Avoiding congenital anomalies & also mishaps in pregnancy This is important for women nearing 35 years of age. Which always runs with certain problems in fetal outcome.  Thanks. </s>