An undiagnosed or uncontrolled thyroid disorder can make it harder to conceive and can cause problems during pregnancy. We have guidance to help patients understand more about their thyroid disorder and how it may affect, or be affected by, pregnancy.
In addition, we have resources for medical professionals, consisting of two protocols, a template and a leaflet (information prescription) which have now been adopted by EMIS Health.
If you've been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder you should let your doctor know that you're trying for a baby because they may need to make changes to your medication. Women with a history of thyroid disease in their families and trying for a baby can be at risk of thyroid disease.
If you're pregnant or want to get pregnant and you have thyroid disease or a history of thyroid disease in your family, please see the information on the following links:
Read our pregnancy webinar Q&As
Pregnancy and hyperthyroidism short film - shared with kind permission of Concise Medical Information Cines (CoMICs)
Read our tips on managing thyroid disorders when trying to conceive or during pregnancy Read more
See our key facts about managing thyroid disorders in pregnancy Read more
Learn more about breastfeeding with thyroid disease Read more
Watch the recording of our 'Understanding thyroid function tests' webinar Read more
Find reliable resources (including an EMIS information prescription) about thyroid disorders and pregnancy for medical professionals Read more
Find out more about fertility and pregnancy if you have hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Are thyroid medications safe in pregnancy and when breastfeeding? Read more