This sheet talks about exposure to oral prednisone or prednisolone in a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are prednisone and prednisolone? Prednisone and prednisolone belong to a group of medications called corticosteroids. In the body, prednisone is broken down into prednisolone. Prednisone and prednisolone are used to treat many conditions, such as asthma, autoimmune diseases and …
The Baby Blog: Eczema
Eczema
When the Itch Won’t Stop During Pregnancy or While Breastfeeding Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to eczema 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. Reference: Hanifin et al., 2007 Eczema is a group of conditions that cause the skin to become itchy or inflamed and can cause red or darker …
Dupilumab (Dupixent®)
This sheet talks about exposure to dupilumab in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is dupilumab? Dupilumab is a medication used to treat adults with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (eczema), asthma, and chronic inflammation of the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach (eosinophilic esophagitis). It is taken by an injection under the skin. It is sold under the brand name …
‘Benefiting Other Moms Like Me:’ Why One Mom Chose Research Over Fear
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 …
Pregnancy Study Participation
What is a MotherToBaby Pregnancy Study? Who is MotherToBaby? A MotherToBaby Pregnancy Study is a research study that collects information from a woman during her pregnancy along with information about her baby’s health after the pregnancy is over. MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies are conducted by the non-profit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) and are coordinated by the University of California, San Diego. Will I be asked to take any additional medications? Or to …
