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Planning a family when you have RA

Arthritis Ireland has created a number of videos on dealing with all stages of family planning and pregnancy with arthritis.

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Pregnancy and arthritis

Louise Moore, advanced nurse practitioner in rheumatology, at Our Lady’s Hospice and Care Services, Harold’s Cross provides expert advice for women living with inflammatory arthritis who are thinking of having a family.

Rheumatology perspective

Prof. Douglas Veale, consultant rheumatologist at St Vincent’s University Hospital, provides advice for women living with inflammatory arthritis who are thinking of having a family.

Obstetrics perspective

Prof. Fionnuala McAuliffe, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, provides advice for women living with inflammatory arthritis who are thinking of having a family.

Exercise in pregnancy with arthritis

Mary Grant, senior physiotherapist, provides advice on the importance of exercise for women living with inflammatory arthritis who are thinking of having a family.

Stress, anxiety and fatigue in pregnancy

Emer Sheridan, senior occupational therapist, provides expert advice on managing stress, anxiety and fatigue during pregnancy if you have arthritis.