BSG IBD & Pregnancy

In this BSG Podcast episode, Consultant Pharmacist, Fiona Rees is joined by IBD Clinical Research Fellow, Krishna Shah and Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Dr Mandeep Kaler to discuss pregnancy and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). They explore the importance of preconception counselling and achieving disease remission before pregnancy. The conversation covers how IBD can affect pregnancy and how risks can be reduced with good disease control. They discuss practical approaches to managing flares and medication safety, reassuring that many treatments are low risk. The episode also highlights the role of multidisciplinary care between IBD and obstetric teams. Key topics include delivery planning, breastfeeding, and postpartum care. The speakers emphasise empowering patients with accurate information throughout their journey.