By Beth Kiernan, MPH, Interviewer & Teratogen Information Specialist, MotherToBaby “When my RA started flaring 6 or 7 weeks postpartum, I got to the point that I could barely lift my own baby….We need more research on medications used in pregnancy as well as during breastfeeding!” I want you to meet Mariah, a participant in our MotherToBaby Rheumatoid Arthritis Study. I chatted with Mariah to learn about her experience being pregnant with a chronic medical condition and to find out what …
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A Known Cause of Lifelong Birth Defects Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to alcohol during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, including links to our evidence-based Fact Sheets. However, the resources here should not replace the care and advice of a medical professional. Alcohol is known to cause birth defects when it is consumed during pregnancy. It especially targets a baby’s brain, which is developing throughout all 40 weeks of pregnancy. There …
Baby Blog: Alcohol: Be ‘In The Know’ If Nursing Baby
By Chris Colón, Certified Genetic Counselor at MotherToBaby Arizona During pregnancy, many women make changes in their lives in order to have the best chance to have a healthy baby. I know I did during both of my pregnancies. These changes can involve their diet, exercise habits and other lifestyle factors. After birth, new moms may consider adding back some of the things they cut out over the last 9 months, including drinking alcohol. But is adding it back in that simple? During September’s …
Baby Blog: Should Pregnant Women Get the Green Light to Drink Green Tea?
By Lori Wolfe, Certified Genetic Counselor at MotherToBaby North Texas Did you know that the month of March is green tea month? Green tea has been said to have many health benefits, including: preventing memory loss, promoting bone health, decreasing risk of cancer, increasing dental health, reducing the chance of getting type 2 diabetes, and helping us lose weight. Green tea is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants, and has been said to be “the healthiest beverage on the planet.” So, given …
Baby Blog: Fact or Myth? From One Latina Mom to Another
Let’s face it, being pregnant can be hard, having a baby is without a doubt hard, and taking care of a newborn might be even harder, especially if it's your first. Even when it feels like you are doing a great job, there is always someone who can’t stop suggesting ways to make things better. Think about it, I am sure you have heard… “If you do this ________, your baby will sleep through the night.” “I had 4 kids and that has never happened to me…” “You need to stop drinking coffee if …