Adrenal Function: Genetic?

[HeatherLo]

If a woman with adrenal exhaustion gets pregnant, how likely is it that she will pass on adrenal problems to her offspring or is that even a possibility? 

[jodi f.]

I realized I had some theories about what might happen in this situation, but no solid answers, but you pose a fascinating question. I did some checking, and I think you'll find this Facebook post helpful:

http://www.facebook.com/notes/annes-school-place/pregnancy-and-adrenal-fatigue/111202468920491

[ErinL]

I attended a conference where the presenter, Joel Klein, MD, made the following comments:
Babies adrenals become active in the 2nd trimester. If mom is adrenally fatigued, she will begin to take cortisol from the baby, so she may begin to feel "better" in the 2nd trimester. If mom continues to be fatigued and is not taking care of herself (refer to recommendations in the facebook article Jodi supplied), then baby can be born in a stage of adrenal resistance.
If baby has adrenal issues, can manifest as:
colicky, allergies/asthma, emotional/intuitive sensitivity and if not addressed, these babies may lead a life of taking on others' responsibilities (emotional pattern).
After birth, mother may be more prone to post-partum depression due to her sudden loss of supplemental cortisol. Also, this is commonly a time of low sleep and low self-nurturance for mothers, which only worsens their adrenal exhaustion.