​​Our goal every February is to educate people on how to help prevent prenatal infections year-round.
What is a prenatal infection? A prenatal infection occurs when germs in a pregnant individual cause illness that affects the pregnant individual, the unborn baby or the newborn after delivery. Prenatal infections include, but are not limited to: group B strep (GBS) disease, congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), fifth disease, chlamydia, gonorrhea,  listeriosis, toxoplasmosis, and Zika virus disease. 

How does an infection reach the womb? It is commonly caused by germs traveling upwards through the vagina and cervix. Germs can also travel through the maternal blood stream through the placenta. 

What can be done to prevent a prenatal infection? Check out our resources below and talk to your healthcare provider about risks and prevention measures specific to your environment and lifestyle. 
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​RESOURCES
Healthy pregnancy behaviors can help prevent many types of prenatal infection and providers can play a key role in educating their patients. The mnemonic HYGIENE is a great way to remember the basic steps of helping prevent prenatal infections!
5 Knowledge-based strategies to help prevent POGBS disease!
Is GBS only a concern at birth? GBS is a concern during pregnancy and after birth!
8 1/2″ x 11″ Prenatal Infection Prevention poster
8 1/2″ x 11″ Prenatal Infection Prevention companion handout, perfect for posting on bulletin boards!
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  • Group B Strep (GBS) is one of the most common prenatal infections. Don't wait until it's too late to learn about GBS! gbs-info.org
  • February is ​International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month! This month, let's educate people on how to help prevent prenatal infections year-round. Learn more at gbs-intl.org/february-is-international-prenatal-infection-awareness-month
  • February is International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month! Make sure you know how to protect your baby from prenatal infections like group B strep! 
  • Make sure you are aware of possible prenatal infections and how to help protect you and your baby! 
  • Did you know that a baby can develop an infection even before birth? Learn more at gbs-intl.org/february-is-international-prenatal-infection-awareness-month
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How much do you know about prenatal infection? Find out by taking our 10 question quiz!

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TIPS FROM A-Z
Check out our videos about little-known prenatal infection
prevention tips from A to Z and how to help keep unborn babies healthy!
A is for ascending infections and knowing why prenatal check-ups are so important! Watch the rest of our A to Z February series!
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