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JUN 27, 2022Five interesting facts from St. Joseph Health that you should know about your spine.
Read More Additional information about 5 things to know about your spine | St. Joseph HealthThe COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about our lives — the way we connect with others, the safety precautions we take in public, and in some cases, the way women give birth. In areas experiencing significant numbers of hospitalizations, some OBGYNs are offering elective inductions to avoid overcrowding in hospitals. But this process may be a little foreign to new moms and veteran moms alike.
Add in the questions of how COVID-19 and the newly emergency-use authorized vaccines can affect your baby in the womb, and things can become stressful. No need to worry, however! Our team of trusted OBGYNs is here to answer your questions and help you feel confident throughout your pregnancy, delivery, and beyond.
While there are no studies on whether having COVID-19 before becoming pregnant can affect a pregnancy, most doctors will agree that there is no risk of adverse events tied to a previous infection. In fact, if the mother still has antibodies from overcoming the illness, she can pass some of that protection on to her child.
Currently, there is no data for how the vaccines affect pregnant women, as they weren’t included in the clinical trials. According to our doctors, there is no reason why it would be unsafe for a pregnant woman to get the vaccine, and pregnancy is a risk factor for developing more severe COVID-19 symptoms. However, choosing to get vaccinated is an individual decision that you should make when considering the potential risks and benefits.
The process of inducing labor varies for all women, as each woman may naturally experience some parts of labor and not others. There are several ways your OBGYN can help induce labor, including:
Induced labor can be more painful than natural labor, as Pitocin can make contractions stronger and more regular. However, since contractions usually begin about 30 minutes after a mother receives Pitocin, it is easier to plan for an epidural.
Whether you’re trying for a child or you have a little one on the way, St. Joseph Health OBGYNs at the Brazos Valley Pavilion can help you feel educated and make healthy decisions throughout this adventure. Schedule an appointment today!
Sources:
What to Expect | Inducing Labor: What Happens When You're Induced?
American Pregnancy Association | First Stage of Labor
UMN CIDRAP | COVID-19 antibodies transmit from moms to babies during pregnancy
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