
06/09/2025
🧬 Can autism risk be inherited? And what does it have to do with your health before pregnancy?
We often think of autism as something unpredictable — but research shows that both genetics and parental health play a role even before conception.
✨ Key facts:
🔹 Autism can be inherited from both parents — but recent studies show more mutations come from the father, especially with increased age.
🔹 Lifestyle factors like obesity, diabetes, and poor nutrition (in both parents) are linked to a higher risk of neurodevelopmental issues in children.
🔹 Nutrients like folic acid and vitamin D during pregnancy may help reduce autism risk.
So yes — your health today matters for your baby’s future.
June is World Infertility Awareness Month, and we’re talking all month about what impacts fertility, pregnancy, and your future child’s health.
👉 Stay tuned for more on genetics, testing, and how both partners can prepare.