Selected References: Andersson NW et al 2021. Evaluation of topical corticosteroids use in pregnancy and risk of newborns being small for gestation al age and having low birth weight. JAMA Dermatol 157(7): 788-795. Doi10.1001/jamadermatol.2021.1090. Chan TC, et al. 2020. Taiwanese Dermatological Association consensus for the management of atopic dermatitis: A 2020 update. Journal of the Formosan Medical Association. Chi CC et al. 2013. Pregnancy outcomes after maternal exposure to …
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Every person wants to know what’s best for their baby, especially when it comes to knowing how to minimize exposure risks. Our relatable stories are packed with practical information from our rotating staff of MotherToBaby expert bloggers. Whatever topic you’re looking for, our blogs will provide you a great foundation to learn more.
Measles
Selected References: Atmar RL, et al. 1992. Complications of measles during pregnancy. Clin Infect Dis; 14(1):217-26. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). 2024. Red Book: 2024–2027 Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases. Measles. pp 571 – 585. AAP. 2026. Red Book Online Outbreaks: Measles. Available at: https://publications.aap.org/redbook/resources/pdfDownload/15187. Accessed March 2026. Bloch AB, et al. 1985. Measles outbreak in a pediatric practice: airborne …
Dextroamphetamine
Selected References: Anderson KN, et al. 2020. ADHD medication use during pregnancy and risk for selected birth defects: national birth defects prevention study, 1998-2011. J Atten Disord, 24(3):479-489. Bang Madsen K., et al. 2025. In utero exposure to methylphenidate, amphetamines and atomoxetine and offspring neurodevelopmental disorders - a population-based cohort study and meta-analysis. Molecular psychiatry, 30(9), 3885–3894. Benassayag Kaduri N, et al. 2024. Amphetamine use …
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine (Abrysvo®)
Selected References: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2025. About RSV. Available at https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/about/index.html. Accessed 4 March 2026. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2024. RSV Vaccine Guidance for Pregnant Women. Available at https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/hcp/vaccine-clinical-guidance/pregnant-people.html. Accessed 4 March 2026. DeSilva M. 2025. Prenatal RSVpreF Vaccine Safety 2023–2024 Respiratory Season: The Vaccine Safety Datalink (VSD). Centers …
Mepolizumab (Nucala®)
Selected References: Anderson PO. 2021. Monoclonal antibodies during breastfeeding. Breastfeed Med; 16(8):591-593. Jang W, et al. 2025. Use of biologics to treat asthma during pregnancy and adverse events in pregnant women and newborns: A global pharmacovigilance analysis. Int Arch Allergy Immunol; 186(9):875-888. Kasuya A, et al. 2019. Successful control of severe eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis in pregnancy and perinatal period: A use of mepolizumab. The Journal …
