Selected References: Albrecht M, et al. 2022. Infant immunity against viral infections is advanced by the placenta-dependent vertical transfer of maternal antibodies. Vaccine, 40(11): 1563-1571. Bailey A, Sapra A. MMR Vaccine. [Updated 2022 Jun 12]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554450/ Bouthry E, et al. 2023. Congenital rubella syndrome following rubella vaccination during pregnancy. Pediatrics, 152(3): e2022057627. Centers for …
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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.
Paint
Selected References: Harms RW, et al. (eds.) 2004. Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy, Mayo Clinic, pp. 23-24. Heidam LZ. 1984. Spontaneous abortions among dental assistants, factory workers, painters, and gardening workers: a follow-up study. J Epidemiol Comm Health, 38:149-155. Hjortebjerg D, et al. 2012. Non-occupational exposure to paint fumes during pregnancy and risk of congenital anomalies: a cohort study. Environ Health, 11:54. Hooiveld M, et al. 2006. Adverse …
Desipramine (Norpramin®, Pertofrane®)
Selected References: Birnbaum CS, et al. 1999. Serum concentrations of antidepressants and benzodiazepines in nursing infants: a case series. Pediatrics. 104:e11. Eggermont E. 1973. Withdrawal symptoms in neonate associated with maternal imipramine therapy. Lancet 2:680. Erickson SH, et al. 1979. Tricyclics and breast feeding. Am J Psychiatry 136:1483. Misri S, Sivertz K. 1991. Tricyclic drugs in pregnancy and lactation: a preliminary report. Int J Psychiat Med 21:157-171, 1991. …
Rheumatic Heart Disease
Beaton A, et al. 2019. Impact of heart disease on maternal, fetal, and neonatal outcomes in a low-resource setting. Heart 105: 755-760. Cole TO, Adeleye JA. 1982. Rheumatic heart disease and pregnancy in Nigerian women. Clin Cardiol 5: 280-285. Cupido B, et al. 2021. Managing rheumatic heart disease in pregnancy: a practical evidence-based multidisciplinary approach. Can J Cardiol 37(12): 2045-2055. Diao M, et al. 2011. Pregnancy in women with heart disease in sub-Sahara Africa. Arch …
Semaglutide
Selected References: Dao K, et al. 2024. Use of GLP1 receptor agonists in early pregnancy and reproductive safety: a multicentre, observational, prospective cohort study based on the databases of six Teratology Information Services. BMJ Open. 14(4):e083550. Diab H, et al. 2024. Subcutaneous Semaglutide during Breastfeeding: Infant Safety Regarding Drug Transfer into Human Milk. 16(17):2886. Skov K, et al. 2023. Semaglutide and pregnancy. Int J Gynecol Obstet 163(2): 699-700. …
