Top Tip – discuss your family planning options with your healthcare team (e.g. your GP, nurse, rheumatologist, obstetrician and gynaecologist, midwife and pharmacist) early on.
Having inflammatory arthritis doesn't mean you can’t get pregnant, but it may take longer than usual to conceive. This can be due to many different reasons, including disease activity or medications you may be taking.
Controlling your symptoms before pregnancy is essential to help ensure you and your baby have the best health and outcomes possible.
There is a need to continue to control your disease before, during and after pregnancy. However, not all drugs are compatible with pregnancy, so your rheumatologist will be able to explain if your treatment needs to be adapted. Speak to your healthcare team about the most suitable options for you.
Once you decide to try for a pregnancy, you should continue or start taking vitamin and mineral supplements suggested by your healthcare team. Consult your healthcare team if you are taking medications including for the treatment of your inflammatory arthritis.