Printed guide covers key information on undiagnosed and/or undertreated thyroid problems and their impact on the ability to become pregnant as well as miscarriage, and breastfeeding. The book also discusses thyroid conditions, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Graves' disease, Hashimoto's disease, thyroid nodules, goiter, and thyroid cancer, and their impact on pregnancy. (Updated Fall 2005)
Thyroid Disease and Pregnancy: The Latest News -- Fall 2005
When a Pregnant Mother is Hypothyroid -- April 2005
Hypothyroidism in First Trimester Raises Risk of Breech Birth -- September 2004
Thyroid Hormone Imbalance Can Harm Fetus -- August 2004
Prenatal Thyroid Screening Proves Beneficial to Women and Their Children -- June 2004
New Guidelines Released Re: Thyroid Disease & Pregnancy -- May 2004
Fertility, Infertility and Thyroid Disease: Frequently Asked Questions on How to Get Pregnant With a Thyroid Condition
Answers to frequently asked questions about thyroid disease's effects on fertility, and how to overcome thyroid-related infertility to have a safe and healthy pregnancy and baby.
Hypothyroidism and Pregnancy: Frequently Asked Questions
From prenatal vitamins with iron, to optimal TSH levels, to risks and concerns, this two-part article answers your most important questions about hypothyroidism and pregnancy, and helps you ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby!
Hyperthyroidism/Graves' Disease and Pregnancy -- Frequently Asked Questions
If you have Graves' Disease or hyperthyroidism and become pregnant, what do you need to know? Also, what if you are pregnant, and develop hyperthyroidism during the pregnancy? This article offers answers to many common questions about being pregnant with an overactive thyroid.
Postpartum Thyroid Problems -- Frequently Asked Questions About Thyroid Problems After Pregnancy
There are a number of things that can go wrong with the thyroid after having a baby. This article looks at thyroiditis, hyperthyroidism and hypothyroid conditions that develop after having a baby, as well as fluctuations in thyroid function that occur in women with thyroid disease.
Thyroid Disease and Pregnancy
A two-part article on thyroid disease and pregnancy explores the effects of thyroid disease on fertility, miscarriage risk, and how to ensure a healthy pregnancy for a mother-to-be with thyroid disease. looks at when a pregnant woman with thyroid disease should start receiving prenatal care, supplements/foods pregnant women on thyroid replacement hormone should avoid, and guidelines on how far apart to take prenatal vitamins with iron and thyroid hormone. Features an interview with the Thyroid Society's Sheldon Rubenfeld, M.D.
Breastfeeding and Thyroid Disease, Questions and Answers
Can you nurse when hypothyroid and taking drugs like Synthroid? Can hypothyroidism interfere with your ability to breastfeed? Can you breastfeed when hyperthyroid, and taking antithyroid drugs like tapazole or PTU? Can you have a thyroid scan or Radioactive Iodine treatment when breastfeeding? Find out all the answers in this helpful article.
Hypothyroidism in Infants and Children
A look at hypothyroidism in newborns, babies and children, including causes, symptoms and treatment of underactive thyroid conditions.
Babies Born to Hypothyroid Mothers Have Lower I.Q.'s
Major news of New England Journal of Medicine research report showing that untreated hypothyroidism during pregnancy has adverse affects on a child's I.Q.
Thyroid Nodules in Pregnancy May Have Higher Malignancy Rate
New findings report that thyroid nodules in pregnant women have a greater chance of being malignant than nodules in non-pregnant patients.
Hormones, Fertility, Pregnancy with Thyroid Disease Forum
Ongoing support and discussion to help you have a healthy pregnancy and postpartum period with thyroid disease.
