Pregnancy and Ulcerative Colitis: What You Need to Know

Women with ulcerative colitis can have healthy, happy babies, and if only the mother has ulcerative colitis, the risk of the child developing it is low. Congratulations if you are expecting!

Hello! Yes, there are several things to consider in pregnancy and ulcerative colitis, especially with regard to medication and flares. Some medications are not safe during pregnancy or untested in pregnant women. I would recommend asking your GI doctor if he/she can refer you to an OB-GYN who is experienced with patients with ulcerative colitis, and request that your GI and OB-GYN stay in contact throughout your pregnancy.