Selected References: Bateman BT, et al. 2016. Late pregnancy β blocker exposure and risks of neonatal hypoglycemia and bradycardia. Pediatrics 138(3) pii:e20160731. Bauer et al. 1979. Propranolol in human plasma and breast milk. Am J Cardiol 43(4):860-862. Bratton S, et al. 2024. Does atenolol use during pregnancy cause small for gestational age neonates? A meta-analysis. Journal of Perinatal Medicine. 52.8: 858-862. Davis RL, et al. 2011. Risks of congenital malformations and …
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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.
Isotretinoin (Accutane®)
Selected References: Abdelmaksoud A, et al. 2023. Isotretinoin and pregnancy termination: an overview. Int J Dermatol. 62(4):e255-e256. Adams J, et al. 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, et al. 1993. Neurobehavioral teratology of …
Cigarette Smoke
Selected References: Andres RL, et al. 2000. Perinatal complications associated with maternal tobacco use. Semin Neonatol, 5:231-41. Anderson TM, et al. 2019. Maternal Smoking Before and During Pregnancy and the Risk of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death. Pediatrics, 143(4):e20183325. Baki Yıldırım S, et al. 2023. The Effect of Active and Passive Maternal Smoking During Pregnancy on the Uterine Artery Blood Flow and Obstetric Outcomes: A Prospective Study. Cureus; 15(2):e35270. Brand …
Working in a Nail Salon
Selected References: Attarchi MS, et al. 2012. Assessment of time to pregnancy and spontaneous abortion status following occupational exposure to organic solvents mixture. Int Arch Occup Environ Health, 85(3):295-303. Arora H & Tosti A. 2017. Safety and efficacy of nail products. Cosmetics, 4(3):24. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 2008. Update on Overall Prevalence of Major Birth Defects, 1978-2005. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 57(1):1-5. Ferguson KK, et …
Valproic Acid
Selected References: Abe K, et al. 2014. Impact of planning of pregnancy in women with epilepsy on seizure control during pregnancy and on maternal and neonatal outcomes. Seizure 23(2):112-6. Andrade, C., et al. 2025. Gestational Exposure to Valproate and Autism Spectrum Disorder or Attention‐Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Offspring: Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis. Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, 151(6), 668-679. Aydin B, et al. 2015. Olanzapine and quetiapine use during …
