Also talk to your Nurse Practitioner about any medications that might be increasing your risk. Use of steroids can increase your risk. Having too much thyroid hormone replacement can also thin your bones. Getting enough calcium is important. Increase the amount of weight bearing exercise you get each week.
Every little bit helps.
Consider estrogen replacement or even before menopause if at risk, boosting your estrogen by using oral contraceptives. Most women need 1200 mg of calcium each day. If you already have osteoporosis, then you may need 1500 - 1800 mg each day.