MotherToBaby, a service of the non-profit

Organization of Teratology Information

Specialists (OTIS), is dedicated to providing

evidence-based information to mothers, health

care professionals, and the general public

about medications and other exposures during

pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

MotherToBaby affiliates support and contribute

to worldwide initiatives for

teratology education and research.

Every mom has questions.Help us help you.

OTIS and its information service,

MotherToBaby, are suggested resources

by many agencies including the

Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC).

Approximately 50% of women report taking at

least one medication during pregnancy.1

Having access to the most up-to-date information

and research about medication safety can

reduce mom’s anxiety, worry and stress.

Your participation in a study can mean you’re

taking an extra step to gain better information

about the health of your baby. At the same time,

you’ll be contributing important information about

the effects of diseases and medications on

pregnancy outcome. Volunteer today and

be part of an important study!

1 Mitchell AA, Gilboa SM, Werler MM, et al. Medication use during pregnancy, with particular focus on prescription drugs: 1976-2008. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2011; 205:51.e1-8.

MotherToBaby Mission

Why Ask Our Experts and Volunteer For A Study?

For information regarding specific exposures during pregnancy or to ask

questions about the studies, call our toll-FREE number.

(877) 311-8972www.PregnancyStudies.org

Toll-FREE Study Number

(877) 311-8972www.PregnancyStudies.org

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Fact Sheets Fact sheets regarding exposures during pregnancy are available online in PDF format. These fact sheets cover a range of topics from medications and vaccines, to diseases and environmental exposures, and are free to download and print.

Recent Publications Please check our website for the most recent publications on medications and exposures in pregnancy.

What is the purpose of the research studies?The purpose of the studies is to learn more about the safety of medications, vaccinations, and diseases during pregnancy.

Who conducts the research studies?These research projects are conducted by the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) and are coordinated at the University of California, San Diego, CA.

What you can expect when contacting MotherToBaby…Participation is voluntary and all information collected is kept confidential.

What will I be asked to do?You will be asked to participate in the following:•Onetothreephoneinterviewsduringpregnancy,

and at least one phone interview after delivery.•Releaseofcopiesofmedicalrecordsrelated

to your pregnancy.

Questions will be asked about:•Pregnancyexposurestomedications,

vaccinations, illnesses or other environmental exposures.

•Thedatesduringwhichtheexposureoccurred and the dose or amount of the exposure.

What type of research study?These are observational research studies. “Observational” means that the researchers will follow you through your pregnancy. You will be asked to answer questions over the telephone about your pregnancy, your health history, and the birth of your child; you will not be asked to change anything about your normal health routine or prescribed medical plan if you participate in these studies.

Current Studies Include:•Asthmainpregnancy.•AutoimmunediseasessuchasCrohn’sDisease,

multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis in pregnancy.

•Vaccinesandantiviralmedicationsinpregnancy.

What you will get out of the experience…•Accesstoourteamofexpertssupporting

you throughout your pregnancy and beyond offering the latest evidence- based information about disease and medication exposures during pregnancy.

•Yourchildmaybeeligibleforafree, specialized pediatric exam by a world- renowned pediatrician.

•Youmayalsogetauniquelookathow your child is developing through neurobehavioral testing.

• Information on the results of the study.

Do you have questions about medications, vaccinations or diseases during pregnancy?

Pregnant? Breastfeeding? A few questions you may have...•ShouldIgetthefluvaccineduringpregnancy?•IsmyCrohn’sdiseasemedicationgoingtoaffect mypregnancy?•CanItakemyarthritismedicationwhile breastfeeding?

MotherToBaby counselors provide FREE up-to-date, evidence-based information about:•Prescriptionandover-the-countermedications•Infectionsanddiseases•Vaccinations•Recreationaldrugsandalcoholandmore..

Call toll-FREE today (877) 311-8972or visit www.PregnancyStudies.org

MotherToBaby is looking for answers. Our research comes from pregnant volunteers just like you. Volunteer today to help provide answers for tomorrow.

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