Does Lifestyle Affect Pregnancy and Congenital Birth Defects?

Cristiana Gigina

Guest: Katie Young, M.D. Guest: Carl Rose, M.D. Host: Marysia Tweet, M.D., M.S. Lifestyle choices before and during pregnancy can shape both maternal cardiovascular risk and fetal development. In this podcast, we explore how lifestyle factors before and during pregnancy influence maternal cardiovascular health and pregnancy outcomes. Topics Discussed: • If a woman wishes to become pregnant, what can she do to minimize risk of adverse events during pregnancy or the postpartum period? • Are there