Pregnant women face many fears and uncertainties. But: It has not yet been finally clarified whether pregnant women can pass the SARS-CoV-2 virus on to their unborn child and whether it can have consequences for the baby in the womb before it is born. If a mother is infected, she can still breastfeed her baby. It is known for certain that the virus does not pass into breast milk.
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Coronavirus and pregnancy
So far there is no data that infected pregnant women are more severely affected by the disease than non-pregnant women. It is to be expected that the majority of expectant mothers will have only mild to moderate symptomshaving. However, if heart or lung disease already existed before the pregnancy, complications are more likely to occur. Of course, expectant mothers should continue to take all necessary precautions to keep the risk of infection as low as possible. If you have symptoms such as fever, coughing or difficulty breathing, you should pick up the phone early and ask your doctor for advice. Pregnant women who are unsure should also always consult their gynaecologist. Very important: The doctors decide whether further measures are necessary. Never take medication without consulting a doctor!
Births in times of Corona
Births also look different than usual in the current situation. Hospitals are currently preparing for possible deliveries of pregnant women who have tested positive for corona. Many maternity clinics also do without personal outpatient appointments to register the birth and instead allow registration by telephone. Some clinics no longer let fathers-to-be into the delivery room and also do not allow mothers and children to visit the ward. Others take it at least a little more relaxed and still let fathers into the delivery room and also as visitors – albeit the only ones.
With newborns in quarantine
Once the baby is here, as long as there is no curfew and despite the current situation, it is important to go out into the fresh air with the newborn. However, contact with other people should be avoided. Mothers should do everything they can to protect their child and reduce social contacts. You can also see the positive in it and simply enjoy the new threesome. Especially shortly after the birth, it is exhausting for mothers from time to time when everyone wants to see the baby.
