Can my inflammatory bowel disease harm the fetus?

Possibly: Ibd can have an effect on overall nutrition and thus have an impact on both pregnancy and fetal growth., .

Indirectly.: If the mother is feeling/feeding well the the pregnancy should be fine. When the mother is sick and/or cannot tolerate a balanced diet, then vitamin deficiencies and preterm labor or fetal growth restriction can occur. Women in remission periconceptionally have the best chance for optimal perinatal outcomes.