H1N1 Flu and Your Baby

There is little information on effects of H1N1 or "Swine" flu in pregnant or breastfeeding women. However, similar flu viruses have not been shown to cause birth defects in babies whose mothers had the flu. There is some concern that the symptoms of the flu may be more severe in pregnant women.

Antiviral medications are commonly used to treat or prevent influenza viruses like the H1N1 or swine flu virus. Learn about these antiviral medications and any effects they might have on your pregnancy or plans for breastfeeding.

For more information, call the Pregnancy Riskline at 1-800-822-2229.