Meloxicam, like other NSAIDs, is linked to an increased risk of miscarriage and birth defects. This risk is believed to be increased in the third trimester of pregnancy. It is also believed that meloxicam can increase the risk of a miscarriage when taken around the time of conception and in the first trimester. There is also evidence that meloxicam can cause a delay in ovulation, which can affect your ability to get pregnant. If you are planning on getting pregnant or learn that you are pregnant, you should speak to your doctor immediately about alternative treatment options. It is not known whether meloxicam passes into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, your doctor may recommend an alternative drug that has a more defined safety profile.