Covid During Pregnancy Birth Defects
Any functionally alterations in early embryonic cells by the viral infection may lead to adverse birth defects. With much still unknown about COVID-19 and neurodevelopmental complications, there is an increased risk to develop congenital birth defects, if SARS-CoV-2 infection occurs during early pregnancy.
Are pregnant women at increased risk of developing serious illness from COVID-19?
Pregnant women are at increased risk for severe COVID-19–related illness, and COVID-19 is associated with an increased risk for adverse pregnancy outcomes and maternal and neonatal complications (1–3).
Risk for Stillbirth Among Women With and Without COVID-19 at Delivery Hospitalization — United States, March 2020–September 2021 | MMWR
Is it safe to get pregnant after the COVID-19 vaccine?
There is currently no evidence that vaccine ingredients or antibodies made following COVID-19 vaccination would cause any problems with becoming pregnant now or in the future.
COVID-19 Vaccines for People Who Would Like to Have a Baby
What is the risk of a newborn being infected if the mother has COVID-19?
Current evidence suggests that the risk of a newborn getting COVID-19 from their mother is low, especially when the mother takes steps (such as wearing a mask and her washing hands) to prevent spread before and during care of the newborn.
Breastfeeding and Caring for Newborns if You Have COVID-19
What should I do to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 to my newborn?
See full answerIf you are in isolation for COVID-19 and are sharing a room with your newborn, take the following precautions to reduce the risk of spreading the virus to your newborn:• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before holding or caring for your newborn. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.• Wear a mask when within 6 feet of your newborn.• Keep your newborn more than 6 feet away from you as much as possible.• Discus
Breastfeeding and Caring for Newborns if You Have COVID-19