Center for Better Beginnings

NEW SOMI research: Maternal Cannabis Use Disorder does not increase Retinopathy of Prematurity risk in preterm infants. While reassuring, experts still advise against use during pregnancy. 👶👁️ 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4m2yccT. #CenterForBetterBeginnings #CannabisResearch

We’re hiring! On-site Clinical Research Assistant/Interviewer (French-speaking). Recruit participants, conduct interviews, manage follow-up & records. English/French + research exp required. $34.58–$38.93/hr. #NowHiring

We moved for FASD! 🏃‍♀️🪑 Our UC San Diego Center for Better Beginnings team showed up to raise awareness and build community. 1 in 20 Americans live with FASD. Together, we’re inviting new partners and giving FASD a seat at the table. ❤️ - #FASD #FASDAM2025 #CBB #UCSD

A takeaway from this year’s international RheumaPreg 2025 meeting was: we need to protect women through research, not from research. Read more about the conference here: bit.ly/4osYt4Q

The American College of Rheumatology released updated guidelines for the screening, treatment and management of lupus nephritis in non-pregnant populations. Read more here:bit.ly/458ZJmd Keeping in mind the guidelines may be adjusted during pregnancy and breastfeeding

The ACR’s updated lupus guidelines for non-pregnant adults and children recommend routine hydroxychloroquine, reduced glucocorticoids, and timely use of standard or biologic immunosuppressants (e.g., cyclophosphamide, MMF, azathioprine, MTX and belimumab) bit.ly/45qv7M2

Northwestern University researchers developed a wearable, noninvasive device that measures breastmilk intake in real time while breastfeeding. Still in testing, but it shows promise for parents and clinicians! Read about it here: bit.ly/4mywYFg

How can lupus outcomes be improved among underserved and marginalized populations? Rheumatologist Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger and the AJMC discuss – watch the video or read the transcript here: bit.ly/4oqdZhU

Ready to move the needle in maternal and child health research? We're hiring a Marketing Communications Assistant at MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies! 🔗 Apply now: employment.ucsd.edu/marketing-comm… - #CBB #UCSDJobs #Pediatrics #Hiring #MarketingJobs #MaternalHealth #newemployment

Tune in to Part 2 of #Spondycast! Dr. Christina Chambers shares how @MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies evaluate medication safety in pregnancy, including for #spondyloarthritis, and how patients can get involved in this important research. #SAA @spondylitis bit.ly/43eXFbc

Listen today! 🎧 bit.ly/44lnqrz On ep. 98 of the @spondylitis podcast, MotherToBaby's Robert Felix sits down to discuss their evidence-based information about medications and other exposures during pregnancy. You won't want to miss it! #spondylitis #SAA #podcastepisode

Join us TOMORROW for a webinar on combatting birth defect misinformation in the digital age with Elisabeth Marnik, PhD! Don't miss this special free webinar for healthcare providers on Wednesday, April 30 at 9 AM PST / 12 PM EST. Register today at momtobaby.org/healthcommunic…

Join us at @UCSDMedSchool's Women's Health Symposium on 4/16! We are pleased that CBB's own Dr. Gretchen Bandoli will be presenting at this important event, as will Dr. Lars Bode from @UCSDMommysMilk. Registration is required! RSVP at bit.ly/3R7wt7n

Do you know where to turn for information about eczema medications during pregnancy? 🤰🧴 This weekend at the @AAAAI_org Conference, we sat down with Isabelle Thibau from @nationaleczema to talk about how @MotherToBaby supported her on her pregnancy journey. 💜

"If you had to set public health recommendations for the world, how would you do it?" Join former @WHO Medical Director Dr. Nigel Rollins at UCSD as he give insights on critical public health topics. RSVP today at bit.ly/4gHEmLc

📢 Ever wondered how human milk research is conducted? Now’s your chance! Mommy’s Milk at UC San Diego is hosting a Meet and Greet & Facilities Tour on March 3, 2025, from 8:30 – 10:30 AM. 🤱🔬 🔗 RSVP now by scanning the QR code or by visiting mommysmilkresearch.org.

“Women’s health has come of age. It’s an amazing revolution,” says Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, recipient of the 2024 Dystel Prize for MS Research. bit.ly/3WGjSLJ. Learn more about MotherToBaby’s observational MS pregnancy study at mothertobaby.org/ongoing-study/….

Celebrating the strength of mothers-to-be and new moms everywhere! Every pregnancy is a unique journey, and every mom deserves the best support. Learn more about maternal health during pregnancy through our various programs! #MaternalHealthAwareness #NBDAM #EveryJourneyMatters

Check out this @MotherToBaby podcast episode featuring CBB co-directors Dr. Kenneth Lyons Jones and Dr. Christina Chambers! Episode 81, “FASD Discovery and Prevalence," is available now. Listen wherever you stream your podcasts. mothertobabypodcast.libsyn.com/fasd-discovery…

Exciting new for UC San Diego School of Medicine! today.ucsd.edu/story/uc-san-d…