has anyone taken Adderall or Wellbutrin through their pregnancy?

Question

I am getting mixed opinions from doctors on using Adderall throughout pregnancy. 
I've been on Adderall for 14 years and Wellbutrin for 9. I'm currently weaned down to 20mg XR of Adderall from 30mg XR, and one of the drs at my clinic said it's fine to stay on this until my first appointment, while other drs day to get off ASAP or others say it's fine to continue based on my history and the benefits outweighing the effects on the baby. Which I've been told are mainly low birth weight and possible withdrawal.
I tried to wean off completely about 4 months ago before ttc and I was a complete disaster.
Just would like to hear what others have experienced and been through.

Answer

Listen to your instincts and the majority of research and drs.

Answer

Be careful about this sort of advise on here. Most of us are not doctors and mean well but could put your health or your baby's health in jeopardy. Your personal doctor knows your individual situation. While it's great to hear what other have gone though, their health history is not revealed and may differ drastically from yours.

Please call your physician before making a decision.

Answer

I was on addedall and stopped it when I found out. I'm not exposing my baby to that no matter how bad my withdrawal is. My dr also made it a point to ensure I stopped it. It's just not worth the risk to my baby

Answer

Anphetamines in general aren't usually safe during pregnancy.

For example, adderall, vyvanse, methanphetamine (Meth), MDMA (Ecstasy) and cocaine are all anphetamines.

It depends on your dose and how severe your needs are. For ADHD I'm surprised they're letting you take it.

Side effects on mice have been noted to negatively affect the pregnancy, but it is IMPOSSIBLE for them to do human trials.

Some potential risks;

Reduced blood flow caused by narrowing of the blood vessels 2,limiting oxygen and nutrient supply to your unborn baby and resulting in reduced growth and head circumference.Antepartum bleeding conditions.Behaviour and learning difficulties in children who were exposed in utero.Other medical evidence suggests the drugs may cause pregnancy complications including miscarriage and early labour; an increased risk of fetal abnormalities (i.e. heart abnormalities); altered fetal nervous system as the drug acts as a stressor to baby and alteration of (baby) brain structure and development.

Answer

I was on 30 for two months before I found out I was pregnant. I stopped when I found out. I know people that continued to take 5 throughout their pregnancy and their babies turned out fine. But it's a dangerous game. Adderal is hard on your body and heart as is without being pregnant. And i believe the med article I read says it does go into baby's system so they might have issues with withdrawal when born

has anyone taken Adderall or Wellbutrin through their pregnancy?

The Top Baby Tracker App: Embrace New Beginnings with Tender Care

The Top Fertility Tracker App: Your Path to Achieving Pregnancy

The Top Pregnancy App: Nurturing Your Journey to Motherhood

The Top Period Tracker for Empowering Your Menstrual Health Journey