When the GLP-1 medications were first approved for weight loss, “ I got pregnant on Ozempic ” headlines quickly followed. People spoke about sudden unintended pregnancy, and “ Ozempic babies ” entered the lexicon.

Could a medication meant to combat diabetes and shrink waistlines also boost fertility? For some, especially people struggling with infertility, these accounts sparked hope. For others, they raised new fears: Could these blockbuster drugs make birth control less effective?

The real story is not so simple. While anecdotes abound, scientists are still untangling how GLP-1 receptor agonists—drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro, Zepbound, and Wegovy—affect reproduction and weight loss. People with specific conditions may benefit from the improved insulin control and metabolic health th

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