Women and epilepsy

In this section

• Your hormones
• The menstrual cycle
• Contraception
• Fertility
• Planning a baby
  • Risks of anti-epileptic drugs on pregnancy
  • Once you are pregnant
  • Giving birth
  • Breastfeeding
• Caring for your baby
• The menopause and HRT

See also:

• Inheriting epilepsy
• Osteoporosis / osteomalacia
• 'Mothers in mind' campaign
• Telling your child – 'Me and My Dad'

We're currently looking for women with epilepsy with a story to tell, anywhere in the UK.

We're looking for women who have a story to tell about their epilepsy and issues like hormones, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), contraception, pre-conception counselling, pregnancy, menopause and/or particularly hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

If you have experiences, either positive or negative, about which you would be happy to talk to the media then please complete our media volunteer form. These stories are a good way to raise awareness and educate people about epilepsy and our services, and help other people with epilepsy and their families realise they are not alone.