Empowering women with epilepsy.
The world of sexual development, menstruation, contraception, fertility and pregnancy is complex, but when you have epilepsy, there are extra issues you need to know about.
Unfortunately, being a woman with epilepsy is definitely not the same as being a man with epilepsy. We’re here to help, with extensive information for every woman with epilepsy of child-bearing age, whether she wants to get pregnant or not.
To get started and learn more about epilepsy in general and what women in particular should know, see our introduction to epilepsy in women.
Pregnancy for women with epilepsy
Having a baby is an exciting time, full of wonderment, anticipation and joy. But for women with epilepsy, becoming pregnant and having a baby is a little more complicated.
Rest assured, however, most women with epilepsy will have successful pregnancies and deliver healthy babies.
The key to a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery is knowledge and early preparation. If you have epilepsy and you’re considering having a baby, it’s crucial to understand potential issues around pregnancy, such as:
- getting medication right
- understanding risks that can be avoided if you’re pregnant.
Not every woman wants to have a family, but regardless, all women who may be sexually active need to know about epilepsy and contraception. And that includes women who already have a family.
Wherever you are on your journey, we have information to support you…
Even if you don’t plan to get pregnant any time soon, there are things it’s vital to understand.
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As a woman with epilepsy, you need to plan well ahead of any potential pregnancy, so you can have the healthiest pregnancy possible.
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Being pregnant is a wondrous time but if you have epilepsy you’ll need to be mindful of certain issues and take some preventative measures.
More information
This is a precious and exciting time for new parents. But it is also a time full of questions and, often, worries.
Click here for information
Wherever you are on your journey, we have information to support you…
Even if you don’t plan to get pregnant any time soon, there are things it’s vital to understand.
Click here for information
As a woman with epilepsy, you need to plan well ahead of any potential pregnancy, so you can have the healthiest pregnancy possible.
More information
Being pregnant is a wondrous time but if you have epilepsy you’ll need to be mindful of certain issues and take some preventative measures.
More information
This is a precious and exciting time for new parents. But it is also a time full of questions and, often, worries.
Click here for information
Information for medical professionals
Women with epilepsy must contend with different challenges than men with epilepsy. Women need to be able to discuss issues of concern with their healthcare provider, especially during their childbearing years.
Women may have questions about medication and reducing risk when it comes to:
- contraception
- planning a pregnancy
- labour and delivery.
