Bite Back with Abbey Sharp “What’s ACTUALLY Pregnancy Safe (Vaccines, SSRIs, Tylenol & More) with Sabina Vohra-Miller
Oct 14, 2025
Sabina Vohra-Miller, a clinical pharmacology researcher and founder of the Vohramiller Foundation, dives into the murky waters of pregnancy safety. She tackles the conflicting advice expecting parents receive and explains why research is so limited. Sabina debunks the Tylenol-autism myth with robust evidence and highlights the importance of SSRIs for maternal mental health. She also clarifies vaccination benefits during pregnancy, emphasizing both safety and the vital transfer of antibodies to babies. The discussion is a crucial balance of facts and fears.
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Acetaminophen Claims Stem From Low-Quality Studies
- Small observational studies have repeatedly reported associations between prenatal acetaminophen and neurodevelopmental issues.
- Cherry-picking lower-quality studies led some agencies to overstate findings without proving causality.
Sibling Studies Debunk Tylenol-Autism Link
- Large sibling-controlled studies remove familial confounding and show no causal link between prenatal acetaminophen and autism.
- When sibling controls are applied, the small associations disappear.
Treat Fever Carefully — Tylenol Often Safest
- Do not avoid acetaminophen out of fear; untreated fever poses real risks and alternatives like ibuprofen can be harmful in pregnancy.
- Use the safest effective option at the lowest dose for the shortest time when medically indicated.
