Selected References: Coppola D, et al. 2007. Evaluating the postmarketing experience of risperidone use during pregnancy: pregnancy and neonatal outcomes. Drug Saf; 30(3):247-264. Cho H, et al. 2025. Antipsychotic use during pregnancy and outcomes in pregnant individuals and newborns. J Affect Disord; 373:495-504. Damkier P and Videbech P. 2018. The Safety of Second-Generation Antipsychotics During Pregnancy: A Clinically Focused Review. CNS Drugs; 32:351-366. Eberhard J., et …
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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.
Exercise
Selected References: ACOG Committee Opinion No 804. 2020. Physical Activity and Exercise During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period. Obstet Gynecol; 135(4):e178-188. ACOG. 2022. Exercise During Pregnancy. Frequently asked questions. Available at: https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/exercise-during-pregnancy [Accessed 3/2026]. Artal R. 2016. Exercise in Pregnancy: Guidelines. Clin Obstet Gynecol. 59(3):639-644. Barakat R, Perales M. 2016. Resistance Exercise in Pregnancy and …
Olanzapine (Zyprexa®)
Selected References: Ambresin G, et al. 2004. Olanzapine excretion into breast milk: a case report. J Clin Psychopharmacol; 24(1):93-95. Aydin B, et al. 2015. Olanzapine and quetiapine use during breastfeeding: Excretion into breast milk and safe breastfeeding strategy. J Clin Psychopharmacol; 35:206-208. Betcher HK, et. al 2020. Psychotropic Treatment During Pregnancy: Research Synthesis and Clinical Care Principles. J Womens Health 29(3):310-318. Brunner E, et al. 2013. …
Pseudoephedrine
Selected References: Aljazaf K, et al. 2003. Pseudoephedrine: effects on milk production in women and estimation of infant exposure via breastmilk. Br J Clin Pharmacol; 56(1):18- 24. Anastasio GD, et al. 1992. Fetal tachycardia associated with maternal use of pseudoephedrine, an over-the-counter oral decongestant. J Am Board Fam Pract; 5(5):527-528. Dor S, et al. 2025. Exposure to pseudoephedrine during pregnancy and major congenital malformations: Findings from a large …
Venlafaxine (Effexor®)
Selected References: Anderson KN, et al., 2020. Maternal use of specific antidepressant medications during early pregnancy and the risk of selected birth defects. JAMA psychiatry, 77(12):1246–1255. Bellantuono C, et al. 2015. The safety of serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) in pregnancy and breastfeeding: a comprehensive review. Hum Psychopharmacol. 30(3):143-51. Berard A, et al. 2017. Antidepressant use during pregnancy and the risk of major congenital …
