National sponsor of the Motherisk Program
Our Helplines
1-877-327-4636 Alcohol and Substance
1-800-436-8477 Morning Sickness
1-888-246-5840 HIV and HIV Treatment
1-877-439-2744 Motherisk Helpline
416-813-6780 Motherisk Helpline
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Resources
Current Studies at Motherisk
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Study seeks women between 4 and 12 weeks in their pregnancy with morning sickness (NVP)
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Pregnancy in Women with Multiple Sclerosis
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Environmental Exposures and Children's Health
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Alcohol Use during Pregnancy
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Control of Hypertension in Pregnancy Study
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Folic Acid Before and During Pregnancy
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Lamisil in Pregnancy
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Meridia in Pregnancy
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Autoimmune Diseases in Pregnancy Project
HIV Treatment In Pregnancy
Motherisk HIV Healthline and Network at 1-888-246-5840. Call toll free for information and counseling
Drug Information
- Facts sheets about individual drugs, side effects, symptoms, major infections
- Database that contains info. on side effects, compatibility and dosages on drugs
- List of medications
- Clinical trials
Treatments to Prevent Transmission of Perinatal HIV Infection
Making the right treatment decisions in pregnancy requires good communication between pregnant women/couples and physicians. Talk to your physician about treatments to control the virus and/or reduce the risk of perinatal infection, as well as:
- Current guidelines for administering antiretroviral drugs to pregnant HIV positive women to reduce risk of perinatal HIV transmission
- Antiretroviral treatment: controlling the virus
- Antiretroviral, family-centered care, medication adherence, nutrition, quality of life issues, pain and palliative care
Giving Medication to Infants or Children
Parents often find it difficult to give medicine to their children. How to give medications has helpful tips for mothers and other caregivers.
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