Considerations for Clients with Substance Use Disorders during Pregnancy and Lactation Clients who are battling substance use disorder often face many challenges in their battle to achieve sobriety. These challenges can often be compounded when the client is pregnant or breastfeeding. MotherToBaby supports addiction specialists who are working with pregnant and lactating clients. Our resources will help you learn about the risks of maternal substance use during pregnancy and while …
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Baby Blog: Hit Me With Your Best Shot! COVID-19 Vaccines
Question 1: I work in healthcare and received the first dose of COVID vaccine. But after receiving the shot, I found out I was pregnant. I changed jobs so that I am not at significant risk anymore. Should I get the second shot? Question 2: I’m pumping and supposed to get the COVID vaccine. I know there isn't much to say on the COVID vaccine but wondering if you would recommend getting it or not? These are just a sample of the questions that we have received from …
Page: Genetics
Reducing the Risk of Preventable Birth Defects While over 20% of congenital malformations are genetically caused, a similar number are thought to be multifactorial in origin and the cause of over 50% of malformations remains unknown (Toufaily et al., 2018). MotherToBaby helps geneticists identify modifiable risk factors for birth defects, giving you the chance to educate your patients to take preventative action. We can assist you by surveying the current scientific literature on …
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Make Informed Decisions for Treating Patients with Allergic and Immunologic Conditions MotherToBaby supports allergists and immunologists in managing maternal health conditions like asthma, allergies, and atopic dermatitis. We understand the challenges that you face when deciding on treatment courses when your patient is pregnant or breastfeeding. Our resources will help you weigh the risks and benefits to both your patient who is pregnant and their baby as you determine a treatment plan that …
Press Release: MotherToBaby Secures Vital Funding to Empower Expectant Parents and Address Birth Defects
MotherToBaby is the Leading National Resource on Exposures during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding BRENTWOOD, TN – The non-profit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS), which provides the MotherToBaby free service, receives new funding aimed at enhancing partnerships to address birth defects, infant disorders and related conditions, and the health of pregnant and postpartum people. The grant is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The funding is …
