Selected References Adams J and Lammer EJ. 1991. Relationship between dysmorphology and neuropsychological function in children exposed to isotretinoin “in utero”. In: T. Fujii and G. J. Boer (eds), Functional Neuroteratology of Short Term Exposure to Drugs. Tokyo: Teikyo University Press, pp.159-170. Adams J and Lammer EJ. 1993. Neurobehavioral teratology of isotretinoin. Reprod Toxicol. 7(2):175-177. Adams J. 1996. Similarities in genetic mental retardation and neuroteratogenic …
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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.
Self-tanners, Tanning Pills, Tanning Booths
Selected References: American Academy of Dermatology. Indoor tanning. Available at https://www.aad.org/media/stats/prevention-and-care Bareford D, Cumberbatch M, Derrick Tovey L. 1984. Plasma discolouration due to sun-tanning aids. Vox Sanguinis, 46(3):180-182. Beaulieu RA, et al. 2013. Canthaxanthin retinopathy with visual loss: A case report and review. Case Rep Ophthalmol Med, Article ID 40901. European Commission. 2010. Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety. Opinion on …
Fluconazole (Diflucan®)
Selected References: Aleck KA & Bartley DL. 1997. Multiple malformation syndrome following fluconazole use in pregnancy: report of an additional patient. Am J Med Genet 72:253-6. Alsaad AM, et al. 2015. Exposure to fluconazole and risk of congenital malformations in the offspring: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Reprod Toxicol 52: 78-82. Bérard A, et al. 2019. Associations between low- and high-dose oral fluconazole and pregnancy outcomes: 3 nested case-control studies. …
Herbal Products and Pregnancy
Selected References: Amer MR, et al. 2015. Safety of Popular Herbal Supplements in Lactating Women. J Hum Lact. 31(3):348-53. Ashar B H and Rowland-Seymour A. 2008, Advising Patients Who Use Dietary Supplements. Am J Med 121(2):91-7. Ciganda C and Laborde A. 2003, Herbal infusions used for induced abortion. J Toxicol Clin Toxicol 41(3):235-239. Dante G et al. 2013, Herb remedies during pregnancy: a systematic review of controlled clinical trials. J Maternal-Fetal and Neonatal Med …
Beta-Blockers
Selected References: Baard J, et al. 2020. The effect of beta-blockers on foetal birth weight in pregnancies in women with structural heart disease: a prospective cohort study. Cardiovasc J Afr 31(3):136-141. Bateman BT, et al. 2016. Late pregnancy β blocker exposure and risks of neonatal hypoglycemia and bradycardia. Pediatrics 138(3):e20160731. Davis RL, et al. 2011. Risks of congenital malformations and perinatal events among infants exposed to calcium channel and beta-blockers …
