Helpful Resources for the Expecting Mom during the Time of Coronavirus COVID-19: after delivery, according to Justin Brandt. Nevertheless, the baby can continue to receive the mother’s breast milk and will be reunited with the mother at the doctor’s discretion. According to the CDC, “breast milk is the best source of nutrition for most infants,” providing babies with protection against many illnesses. Because of that, the decision not to breastfeed shouldn’t be taken lightly. The CDC even recommends that mothers with the regular flu continue nursing their babies, while taking precautions not to infect the baby with the flu. Still, the decision about whether a COVID-19 infected mother should breastfeed should be taken on a case by case basis after consultation with a healthcare professional. Pregnant women should take every precaution There is no question that pregnant women should take every possible precaution to protect themselves during the coronavirus outbreak. Yale Health recommends that pregnant women stay six feet away from
• CDC Advice on Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/needextra-precautions/pregnancybreastfeeding.html • New York State Department of Health Resources for Pregnant People and their Families: www.coronavirus. health.ny.gov/system/ files/documents/2020/03/ covid19_pregnancy consumer faqs_3.21.20.pdf • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Coronavirus FAQs: www. acog.org/patient-resources/ faqs/pregnancy/coronaviruspregnancy-and-breastfeeding • Le Leche League: www.llli.org
anyone outside their immediate family as well as any family members that are sick. They should thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water. If they’re unable to do so, they should use hand sanitizer that is at least
COULD IT BE HUNTER SYNDROME? A rare combination of common childhood complaints could indicate Hunter syndrome (MPS II ), a progressive, genetic disease.1,2,3 Talk to your doctor, or learn more at:
60% alcohol. They should continue cleaning commonly touched surfaces and objects. If they do need to leave the house, they should avoid public transport. Finally, they should opt for meals prepared at home rather than those delivered from restaurants. Doctors are also modifying prenatal visit schedules to limit the amount that pregnant women need to leave the house. Justin Brandt says: “We are also using telemedicine as much as possible. We are doing everything we can to provide optimal prenatal care while minimizing the need for patients to leave their homes.” The story of pregnancy and coronavirus is still one of uncertainty. While scientists can offer vague guidance, it’s hard for them to say for sure one way or another how the disease affects pregnancy. The good news is that, as Justin Brandt says, “Most people who acquire COVID-19 will recover fully with minimal risk,” and this includes pregnant women. However, it doesn’t hurt to be as cautious as possible. The priority for pregnant women right now should be staying home and staying safe.
¿PODRÍA SER EL SÍNDROME DE HUNTER? Una rara combinación de quejas comunes de la infancia podría indicar el síndrome de Hunter (MPS II ), una enfermedad genética, progresiva.1,2,3 Hable con su médico, o conozca más en:
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hunterpatients.com/es Recurrent Ear Infections2
Infecciones recurrentes en los oídos2
Abdominal Hernia2
Hernia abdominal2
Enlarged Tonsils/ Adenoids2
Amígdalas/ adenoides agrandadas2
Joint Stiffness2
Rigidez en las articulaciones2
1. Burton K et al. Eur J Pediatr. 2012; 171 (1 ): 631-639 2. Wraith JE et al. Genet Med 2008; 10 (7 ): 508-516 3. Keilmann A et al. J Inherit Metab Dis 2012; 35 (2 ): 343-353 Copyright ©2019 Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Lexington, MA 02421. All rights reserved. 1-800-828-2088. TAKEDA and the TAKEDA logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. S46480 04/19
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