Episode 157 - Beyond the Headlines: Paracetamol in Pregnancy and Early Childhood

In this episode, I’m speaking openly about the ongoing debate around paracetamol (Tylenol) , especially its use during pregnancy and in young children. Headlines and politics — including Donald Trump jumping on a microphone with bold claims — have left many people either dismissing concerns outright or panicking. But if we throw the baby out with the bathwater, we risk missing the real science that deserves our attention. I explore: How paracetamol impacts the body: glutathione depletion, mitochondrial stress, DNA and immune function. The role of genetics (like MTHFR variants ) in how drugs are processed. Why giving babies paracetamol before vaccination may blunt their immune response. The connection between gut health, antibiotics, C-sections , and long-term wellbeing. Practical ways to make more thoughtful choices. Studies & Resources: Paracetamol and the Developing Brain (PMC) Impact of intrapartum antibiotics and C-section on infant gut microbiome. Early-life Antibiotics and Risk of ADHD (PMC) C-section, Formula Feeding, and Infant Gut Microbiome (Frontiers) Maternal Antibiotic Prophylaxis During C-section and Infant Gut Microbiome (PMC) Paracetamol, Oxidative Stress, and Glutathione (PMC) Effect of prophylactic paracetamol administration at time of infant vaccination on febrile reactions and antibody responses. Send me a message If you want to access any of my free resources click here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford If you want to learn more about my Discover Your North Star Course then read more here:- https://stan.store/sallyannberesford/p/discover-your-north-star- If you love the podcast and would like to support it, then please use the link to 'buy me a coffee' - https://bmc.link/sallyannberesford If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit Amazon:- Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth Partner - click here:- https://bit.ly/Labouroflove The Art of Giving Birth - Five Key Physiological Principles - https://amzn.to/3EGh9df Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth' - Black and White version https://amzn.to/3CvJXmO Pregnancy Journal for 'The Art of Giving Birth' - Colour version https://amzn.to/3GknbPF You can find all my classes and courses on my website - www.sallyannberesford.co.uk Follow me on Instagram @theultimatebirthpar...