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Pregnancy and childbirth. Evidence suggests that autistic people experience aspects of pregnancy and childbirth differently to non-autistic people. Knowing that you are autistic and having strategies to communicate your specific needs can be helpful.
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Experts are still trying to piece together what factors contribute to the development of autism. Recent research suggests that changes that occur during conception, pregnancy, and possibly even delivery may increase the risk of autism in children who are genetically predisposed to the disorder. One study in the New England Journal of Medicine found...
While you can't do much to change genetics, you can alter your exposure to certain environmental factors that have shown a link to ASD. However, none of these lifestyle changes are absolutesexperts can't tell you that lowering your exposure to one particular factor will lower your child's risk. \"Evidence about environmental risk during pregnancy i...
A 2014 study in the American Journal of Epidemiology found that children born to iron-deficient mothers are five times more likely to develop autism. The risk increases when the mother is age 35 or older or has a metabolic condition such as obesity, high blood pressure or diabetes. Iron is crucial to fetal brain development, yet up to half of all p...
This study is the first to examine the relationship between maternal iron intake and autism risk. To confirm a connection and the study's validity, more researchers need to replicate the findings in larger research groups. A 2014 French study conducted on mice and published in the journal Science suggests that the use of spinal anesthesia during la...
That's why it's important to get enough iron in your diet via foods, such as meats, seafood, eggs and iron-fortified breads and cereal, and to take an iron-fortified prenatal supplement when you're trying to conceive and when you're expecting.
High chloride levels are essential to a baby's brain development while in utero. During labor and delivery, a baby is exposed to oxytocin, the hormone that brings on contractions. Oxytocin acts as a diuretic and naturally lowers an infant's chloride levels. Researchers believe epidurals may interfere with the release of oxytocin causing chloride le...
What's more, the study didn't address what happens when a mother's labor is induced with pitocin, a synthetic version of oxytocin. \"As a mother, I know that epidurals made my deliveries more comfortable,\" says Dr. Hyman. \"I don't think it's prudent to deviate from a helpful obstetrical practice based on one animal study.\"
There seems to be an increased risk for ASD associated with maternal exposure to certain chemicals during pregnancy, thought a lot more research needs to be done. For instance, one recent study found environmental exposures associated with autism, specifically \"traffic-related pollutants, some metals, and several pesticides and phthalates.\" It ca...
Meanwhile, those conceived after more than 60 months were 30 percent more likely to be diagnosed. However, keep in mind that autism risk increases with both parents' ages at conception and that a woman's fertility declines as she gets older. When it comes to timing, work with your doctor to determine the best plan for you and your family.
Researchers know that maternal health during pregnancy has an impact on the unborn child, and ASD is certainly no exception to this rule. \"For instance, women who are severely ill and require hospitalization during pregnancy may be more likely to have children who develop autism,\" says Dr. Wang. Specifically, studies have shown associations betwe...
- Kathi Valeii
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Does your maternity provision have an autism policy/guidance or embedded practice? Let’s explore some of the challenges autistic pregnant people can experience, and best practice to provide appropriate support.
This toolkit describes the latest research, prepares you for what you may experience, and provides guidance on how to best advocate for yourself during your pregnancy journey.
Jul 19, 2023 · While the early traits of autism typically appear in the first one to two years of life, emerging research suggests there may be traits of autism during pregnancy. A 2022 study, which examined brain MRI scans of fetuses who were later diagnosed with autism, found certain regions (insula and amygdala) were enlarged.
Jan 25, 2017 · For all of its messiness – and life is messy – life and motherhood can be positive, wonderful experiences. We need to stop ignoring autistic mothers and start recognising and valuing them. Lana Grant gives an insight into her experience of pregnancy and motherhood as an autistic woman.
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) before, during and after pregnancy. If you have ADHD it’s important to tell your doctor before you get pregnant or as soon as possible during pregnancy. Your doctor and midwife will make sure you get the treatment and support you need.
