third trimester use

Navigating pregnancy means making countless decisions to protect the health of your developing baby. A question we frequently hear from our patients at Valley Perinatal Services is about the safety of common medications. Recently, headlines about a potential link between acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol®) and neurodevelopmental conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have caused understandable concern for many expecting parents.

As your partners in maternal-fetal medicine, our goal is to provide you with clear, evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions. Let’s look at the science, the recommendations from leading medical organizations, and the important balance of risks and benefits.