Pregnancy with Epilepsy: Hope and Empowerment

This podcast episode features Dr Sarita Maturu, an epileptologist from Ohio State University, discussing epilepsy, particularly in women and during pregnancy. Dr. Maturu, who started epilepsy pregnancy clinic, emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary care. She addresses the stigmas surrounding epilepsy and pregnancy, stresses the need for preconception planning, and advocates for patient education and empowerment. She provides crucial information on anti-seizure medications, fetal malformations, and lifestyle interventions, and highlights resources like the North American Pregnancy Registry and myepilepsystory.com. Dr. Maturu also discusses the challenges of the postpartum period and the significance of community support for individuals with epilepsy.