Prevention & Control of Influenza in the Peri- and Postpartum Settings

Guidance for Prevention and Control of Influenza in the Peri- and Postpartum Settings

Pregnant women have been shown to be at increased risk of hospitalization from complications secondary to influenza infection. Infection control measures for hospitalized pregnant and recently-delivered women and their infants are detailed below. These guidelines were developed for clinicians and public health officials. However, there are insufficient data on use of influenza antiviral drugs in pregnant or recently-delivered women, and CDC is unable to provide guidance on antiviral use in these persons.

Pre-Delivery

During Delivery

After Delivery

Breast Feeding by Influenza-infected Mothers