Wanting to grow your family is such an exciting thing to consider! Tubal reversal is a surgical decision that's best discussed with a gynecologist or reproductive specialist. However, with lupus in the picture, there are some really important things to think through before trying to conceive.
Planning ahead — ideally 6 to 12 Show Full Answer
Wanting to grow your family is such an exciting thing to consider! Tubal reversal is a surgical decision that's best discussed with a gynecologist or reproductive specialist. However, with lupus in the picture, there are some really important things to think through before trying to conceive.
Planning ahead — ideally 6 to 12 months before trying — gives your healthcare team time to:
- Get your lupus as stable as possible (ideally quiet for at least 6 months before pregnancy)
- Review and adjust any medications that may be unsafe during pregnancy
- Connect you with the right specialists, such as a rheumatologist and OB-GYN Some lupus medications are on a "stop list" because they can increase the risk of birth defects or miscarriage. Others are considered pregnancy-safe. Switching medications takes time, so early planning really matters.
Lupus itself can also affect fertility, especially during periods of high disease activity, so keeping inflammation under control is key.
A great resource to explore is the HOP-STEP website (Healthy Outcomes in Pregnancy With SLE Through Education of Providers), which outlines medication safety guidelines for lupus and pregnancy. Bringing all of this up with your full care team is the best first step!
July 22
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