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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.
You’ll learn:
Timestamps
01:31 What preconception health means
02:47 Tim Moss on his personal experience with preconception health
04:39 Why men's health before conception is so important
07:22 Practical tips for improving preconception health
12:54 How a dad's health can affect his kid's health
14:24 Understanding male fertility
18:56 When to start caring about preconception health
24:47 Final thoughts and key takeaways
Subscribe for season two
Follow us to get season two of Dad Starts Now when it drops on February 3. We'll unpack what it really means to prepare for fatherhood, with real stories and expert advice on everything from fertility and IVF to supporting your partner and taking care of your mental health.
Got questions or feedback?
Email us at [email protected]. We love getting your voice notes.
The end bits:
This podcast was created by Healthy Male — an Australian not-for-profit that provides evidence-based information on men's health. You can find more from us on Instagram, TikTok and our website.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which this podcast was recorded — the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples listening today.
This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis, treatment and personalised medical guidance.
By Healthy MaleIn 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.
You’ll learn:
Timestamps
01:31 What preconception health means
02:47 Tim Moss on his personal experience with preconception health
04:39 Why men's health before conception is so important
07:22 Practical tips for improving preconception health
12:54 How a dad's health can affect his kid's health
14:24 Understanding male fertility
18:56 When to start caring about preconception health
24:47 Final thoughts and key takeaways
Subscribe for season two
Follow us to get season two of Dad Starts Now when it drops on February 3. We'll unpack what it really means to prepare for fatherhood, with real stories and expert advice on everything from fertility and IVF to supporting your partner and taking care of your mental health.
Got questions or feedback?
Email us at [email protected]. We love getting your voice notes.
The end bits:
This podcast was created by Healthy Male — an Australian not-for-profit that provides evidence-based information on men's health. You can find more from us on Instagram, TikTok and our website.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which this podcast was recorded — the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples listening today.
This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis, treatment and personalised medical guidance.