Selected References: Almeida AR, et al. 2023. Challenges encountered by natural repellents: Since obtaining until the final product. Pestic Biochem Physiol; 195:105538. Barr DB, et al. 2010. Pesticide concentrations in maternal and umbilical cord sera and their relation to birth outcomes in a population of pregnant women and newborns in New Jersey. Sci Total Environ; 408(4):790-795. Consumer Reports. 2018. Mosquito Repellents That Best Protect Against Zika. Available at: …
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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.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Selected References: Aljary H et al. 2020. Pregnancy outcomes in women with rheumatoid arthritis: a retrospective population-based cohort study. The Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine; 33;4:618-624. Atladóttir HO, et al. 2009. Association of family history of autoimmune diseases and autism spectrum disorders. Pediatr; 124:687-694. Bandoli G et al. 2020. Mediation of adverse pregnancy outcomes in autoimmune conditions by pregnancy complications. Arthritis Care Res; …
Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®, Zepbound®)
Selected References: Banerjee M, et al. 2026. Pre-Pregnancy GLP-1 Receptor Agonist or Tirzepatide Use and Gestational Diabetes Risk: Evaluating Pharmacodynamic Carry-Over Versus Post-Discontinuation Metabolic Rebound in a Multinational Federated Cohort. Diabetes Obes Metab. May 7. doi: 10.1111/dom.70853. Online ahead of print. Diab H, et al. 2025. Tirzepatide (Zepbound) in human milk during periods of maternal dosing. Paper available as preprint (not peer …
Cariprazine (Vraylar®)
Selected References: Allergan, Inc. 2025. Vraylar Product Label. National Institute of Health DailyMed Database. Available at: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm. Balamurali S, et al. 2026. Cariprazine in Human Milk: Cautionary Implications for Use During Lactation. J Clin Psychopharmacol; doi: 10.1097/JCP.0000000000002174. Epub ahead of print. Culpepper L, et al. 2022. Minimal Effects of Cariprazine on Prolactin Levels in Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia. …
Aciclovir (Zovirax®) / Valaciclovir (Valtrex®)
Selected References: Ahrens KA, et al. 2013. Antiherpetic Medication Use and the Risk of Gastroschisis: Findings From the National Birth Defects Prevention Study, 1997-2007. Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology. 27(4):340-345. Braig S, et al. 2001. Acyclovir prophylaxis in late pregnancy prevents recurrent genital herpes and viral shedding. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 96(1):55-58. Centers for Disease Control. 1993. Pregnancy outcomes following systemic prenatal acyclovir exposure …
