Animal studies have found that very high doses of trazodone can be harmful to developing fetuses. However, there are no adequate and well-controlled studies about trazodone’s effect on pregnancy in humans. Accordingly, the FDA classes trazodone as ‘category C’ regarding pregnancy, meaning it should only be taken by pregnant women if absolutely necessary and if the benefits outweigh the potential risk to the fetus. Otherwise, alternative treatment should be considered. This mirrors the advice offered by the NHS in the UK. Similarly, animal studies suggest that trazodone may pass into breast milk in small amounts. It is recommended that caution is exercised regarding the use of trazodone in nursing mothers and that the health of the baby should be carefully monitored by a healthcare professional for any signs of abnormalities. If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, it is recommended that you continue taking your medication as prescribed and speak to your doctor about the safest course of action.  Treatment with trazodone can be complex and patient feedback can help doctor’s make the best decisions for patients. Using the MyTherapy app is a great way to keep track of and export relevant information to healthcare providers. Click here to download MyTherapy for Android Click here to download MyTherapy for iOS