Reports are surfacing on social media regarding women experiencing surprise pregnancies while using Ozempic and similar medications for diabetes and weight loss. These drugs, known as “Glucagon-like peptide 1” or GLP-1 drugs, can promote significant weight loss by curbing appetite and slowing the digestive process. Members of the Facebook group “I got pregnant on Ozempic” and users on Reddit and TikTok are discussing their unplanned pregnancies while on these medications.
While the phenomenon of an “Ozempic baby boom” may be anecdotal, it raises important questions regarding the effects of these drugs on fertility. Experts suggest that significant weight loss can impact fertility, and some speculate that GLP-1 drugs may interfere with the absorption of oral contraceptives, leading to birth control failures.
Personal stories shared on platforms like TikTok further emphasize the potential risks and experiences of individuals. One woman, Deb Oliviara, shared her story of getting pregnant while using a GLP-1 medication following previously suffering from miscarriages and a stillbirth. Another woman commented on the post, highlighting the challenges she faced due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a leading cause of infertility.
The stories continue with Paige Burnham, who lost regarding 80 pounds while using Ozempic for Type 2 diabetes and unexpectedly became pregnant. She initially attributed her symptoms to the medication but later discovered she was experiencing morning sickness. Burn
