Confidential information about exposure to radiation while pregnant or breastfeeding

You have been referred to us by our partner, the Health Physics Society (HPS). We care about your well-being and look forward to speaking with you about radiation questions you may have while pregnant or breastfeeding. MotherToBaby can provide information about exposure to radiation from various sources, including medical and dental procedures, air travel, and workplace settings.

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Our Partnership for Radiation Information

We are dedicated to helping people who seek information about exposure to radiation before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and while breastfeeding. We are proud to partner with the Health Physics Society.

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Why MotherToBaby?

MotherToBaby is a suggested resource by many agencies including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Women’s Health. More than 100,000 people and their healthcare providers seek information from MotherToBaby every year.

“Thank you for your help and reassurance. And thank you for this great service!”

— MotherToBaby Help Seeker

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Our Resources on Radiation

Check out the “Your Guide to Radiation Sources during Pregnancy by MotherToBaby” and Health Physics Society. Available in English or Spanish, it helps answer common questions about radiation exposure during pregnancy. If you need more information about specific radiation exposure, ask our experts using the live chat box on the bottom right corner of this webpage!

Access our radiation-related fact sheets, blogs, and podcasts by visiting the MotherToBaby website. Check back frequently as we are constantly adding new resources and updating existing information!