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:

• What preconception health is and why it’s relevant to all men thinking about having kids


• The biggest myths and knowledge gaps around male fertility


• How sperm health is measured (and why it’s more than just sperm count)


• Simple steps men can take today to boost fertility and improve outcomes for future children

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

Learn more about men's preconception health at dadstartsnow.com.au.

Got questions or feedback? Email us at podcasts@healthymale.org.au

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 and TikTok.

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.