Pregnancy and COVID: Risks and Vaccines

 

If you're pregnant, you're probably worried about how COVID-19 might influence both your and your unborn child's health. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the virus, their treatment, and how to protect yourself and your unborn child.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ACOG) states that pregnant women should be thought of as a population at risk for the sickness because COVID-19 causes a respiratory ailment that can be passed from person to person.

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Although current research does not indicate that pregnant women are more likely to develop the novel coronavirus, changes to the body during pregnancy may make you more susceptible to some infections. As a result, COVID-19-positive pregnant patients are three times more likely to require ICU care and two to three times more likely to require advanced life support and a breathing tube.

In addition to continuing to see your provider for standard prenatal care and testing while you are pregnant, it's necessary to take precautions against diseases. However, call your provider's office before visiting for treatment if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms and believe you may have the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Does having COVID-19 when pregnant harm the unborn child?

Mothers who tested positive for COVID-19 during pregnancy have reported preterm birth and other unfavourable infant outcomes. This information, however, is based on scant information, and it is unclear whether the mother's illness was a factor in these results.

It seems uncommon for COVID-19 to pass from the mother to the unborn kid over the placenta. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also reported that no samples of amniotic fluid or breastmilk contained any signs of the virus.

How can you avoid contracting COVID-19 while expecting?

To prevent illness while expecting, follow the same precautions as everyone else. The following actions are the greatest approach to stay healthy:

·         Engage in "social distancing" by avoiding all large gatherings of people.

·         Stay away from sick people's close quarters.

·         Do not touch your lips, nose, or eyes.

·         Use a common household cleaning spray or wipe to clean and sanitise surfaces and items that are in close contact with people.

·         Wash your hands frequently for at least 20 seconds with soap and water. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.

Should a pregnant woman get the COVID-19 vaccine?

The COVID-19 immunisation is advised for women who are pregnant or nursing, according to the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and other pregnancy experts. The following recommendations for expectant patients were recently released by the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine:

·         The COVID-19 sickness, particularly severe illness and death, is effectively prevented by the immunisations.

·         The placenta and breastmilk can help the baby receive protective antibodies from the vaccine if it is given during pregnancy. These antibodies might reduce the likelihood that the unborn child will contract COVID-19.

·         More than 139,000 pregnant women have received the COVID-19 vaccine. Babies born to pregnant women who received vaccinations have not been associated with any safety issues.

·         There have been no more pregnancy losses, development issues, or birth deformities among the 800 pregnant women who received the vaccine in the first trimester as compared to those who did not. In those who had the vaccination later in pregnancy, no issues have been documented.

·         The COVID-19 vaccines prevent COVID-19 from spreading.

Can everyone continue working as usual while the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing?

You may continue working if you still have important work obligations. For instance, pregnant women who work in healthcare should adhere to the same risk assessment and infection control protocols as other healthcare professionals who may come into contact with patients who have COVID-19, whether it is suspected or confirmed.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, pregnant healthcare professionals might still be able to provide patient care. Based on staffing levels, hospitals may want to limit the exposure of pregnant healthcare workers to patients who have COVID-19 that has been confirmed or suspected, particularly during procedures that carry a higher risk (such aerosol-generating procedures).

Can breast milk be a source of Covid-19 transmission?

Currently, medical professionals think that COVID-19 spreads from person to person through coughing or sneezing, much the how the flu and other respiratory viruses do.

For the majority of newborns, breast milk is the best source of nutrients. The choice of whether to start or continue breastfeeding should be made in consultation with your doctor.

The CDC advises taking the following steps if you have COVID-19 in order to prevent infecting your child:

·         Before you touch your child, wash your hands.

·         If at all feasible, put on a facemask when nursing.

·         Before touching anything or using a breast pump to express breast milk, wash your hands. Also, ensure sure the pump is clean both before and after each usage.

·         If at all feasible, think about giving your infant breast milk that has been expressed by someone who is healthy.

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