MotherToBaby

MotherToBaby is a non-profit organization based in Brentwood, Tennessee, and is a service of the Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS). A professional scientific society, OTIS is dedicated to understanding the effects of environmental agents on maternal and fetal/infant health. MotherToBaby provides up-to-date information to pregnant and lactating women and healthcare professionals regarding exposures related to pregnancy and breastfeeding. This comprehensive information empowers individuals to make informed treatment choices. The organization also plays a crucial role in reducing risks and preventing birth defects by educating the public and healthcare providers about potentially harmful agents. Through outreach and research, MotherToBaby aims to empower patients with accurate information about the risks associated with various exposures, preventing unnecessary terminations of wanted pregnancies. They further contribute to the field of teratology through the MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies, which are observational studies evaluating the safety of medications and vaccines during pregnancy. For more information, visit MotherToBaby online at mothertobaby.org.