COVID-19 and Pregnancy
Due to changes in their bodies and immune systems, it is known that pregnant women can be badly affected by some respiratory infections like coronavirus (COVID-19). It is therefore important that you as a pregnant woman take precautions to protect yourself against such infections. If you fell sick, you should immediately report possible symptoms including fever, cough or difficulty breathing to your healthcare provider.
There is more information on pregnancy and COVID-19 on Ministry of Public Health’s website. Check the links below:
At-Risk-Group-COVID PREGNANCY ENG.pdf (moph.gov.qa) /
At-Risk-Group-COVID PREGNANCY ARB.pdf (moph.gov.qa)
APR-04-2020_GUIDENCE_PREGNENT_ENG (moph.gov.qa) /
APR-04-2020_GUIDENCE_PREGNENT_ARA copy (moph.gov.qa)
How to protect yourself Home (moph.gov.qa) /
كيف تحمي نفسك Home (moph.gov.qa)
COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
According to the US-based Center for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), there are currently limited data about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding or for their infants. The CDC says people who are pregnant or breastfeeding and are part of a group recommended to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, such as healthcare personnel, may choose to be vaccinated. If they have questions about getting vaccinated, a discussion with a healthcare provider might help them make an informed decision.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women who decide to get vaccinated should continue to follow the current guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 after they are vaccinated. That means:
- Wearing a mask
- Staying at least six feet away from others
- Avoiding crowds
- Washing hands with soap and water for 20 seconds or using hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol
- Following quarantine guidance after exposure to COVID-19
- Following any applicable workplace guidance
