Anorexia Nervosa and Pregnancy

Women who have fully recovered from anorexia nervosa have a better chance of getting pregnant. While a woman has anorexia nervosa, she does not get her usual period and doesn't normally ovulate. However, she may get pregnant during the weight recovery phase because her reproductive system is getting back to normal. After initial weight recovery, some women may still have irregular periods, which can lead to problems getting pregnant. Women who are continuously missing their periods should see their HCPs.

If a woman with anorexia gets pregnant, the baby and mother can be affected. The baby is more likely to be born at a low weight and born prematurely (early). The mother is more likely to have a miscarriage, deliver by C-section, and have post partum depression.