What should i know if i have lupus and want to get pregnant?

May need meds: Having lupus predisposes you to having clots form in your circulation and can cause many problems for you and the baby. Your mfm doctor may choose to prescribe / alter current medications for you during this pregnancy.

SSA / Ro status: The most important thing (besides making sure your medications are all compatible with pregnancy) is to know your ssa antibody status (sometimes called ro antibody). If you are ssa / ro positive, your baby needs extra monitoring.

See below: Besides whether or not you have sjogren or antiphospholipid antibodies to be positive, you need to know or whether your lupus is active. The best pregnancy outcomes occur when your lupus has been clinically inactive for at least six months. You should also discuss preconception planning with your rheum and ob/gyn long before you get pregnant.