When it comes to high-dose preformed Vitamin A supplements, it's best to avoid them during pregnancy. Excessive amounts (over 10,000 IU/day) can…

During pregnancy, it's best to avoid high-mercury fish like swordfish, shark, and king mackerel. These larger fish can accumulate high levels of…

Avoid hydroquinone during pregnancy. Up to 35–45% systemic absorption — the highest of any topical cosmetic ingredient. Pregnancy data are limited, so…

Avoid ibuprofen after 20 weeks of pregnancy. NSAIDs can cause fetal kidney problems, oligohydramnios, and (after 30 weeks) premature closure of the…

Absolutely avoid isotretinoin (Accutane) in pregnancy. It is one of the most potent known human teratogens — first-trimester exposure causes a roughly…

Mama-to-be, for Minoxidil (also known as Rogaine or Regaine), our SafeMom verdict is: avoid. This topical vasodilator has shown potential for fetal…

For our expecting moms, we recommend avoiding Neem Oil during pregnancy. Some animal studies have suggested potential effects on uterine contractions and…

Avoid octinoxate during pregnancy. The most-used chemical UVB filter globally, with estrogenic endocrine-disruptor signals in animal and cell studies. Flagged alongside oxybenzone…

Avoid oxybenzone during pregnancy. Endocrine disruptor that crosses the placenta. Studies link higher maternal urinary oxybenzone to altered birth weight and Hirschsprung…