Coronavirus, breastfeeding, and vaccination
Dr. Ángel Lorenzo Álvarez of the Women's Unit explains the relationship between Coronavirus, breastfeeding, and vaccination as of March 12, 2021.
It is recommended to maintain breastfeeding whenever possible. due to the benefit it provides to newborns, both for mothers with a positive test and for mothers awaiting the test result, taking extreme hygiene measures that are already well known.
If the mother is not in a condition to breastfeed, the milk would be extracted. and would be administered by a healthy caregiver.
La final decision on the type of feeding the newborn should be to reach a consensus between the patient and the team of healthcare professionals based on the knowledge of each moment and the health status of the mother and newborn.
Coronavirus, breastfeeding, and vaccination
Prevention and recommendations during the postpartum period
- Frequent hand washing.
- When coughing or sneezing, cover your nose and mouth with your flexed elbow.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Use disposable tissues to remove respiratory secretions and throw them away after use.
- Avoid crowds and public transportation.
- Limit social relationships.
- Avoid travel.
- Limit visits in the hospital and at home.
In case of symptoms, self-isolate at home and contact health services according to the recommendations in force in the autonomous community.
Vaccination administration in lactating women
Breastfeeding provides many health benefits for both mother and newborn.
COVID-19 vaccines are believed to pose little to no potential risk to newborns through breast milk.
Based on previously administered vaccines, there is the possibility of a direct neonatal benefit If it is shown that immunoglobulin A stimulated by the vaccine passes through breast milk.
Therefore, in the case of lactating women, COVID-19 vaccination may be offered if the mother meets criteria based on prioritization groups.
Article written by the Dr. Ángel Lorenzo Álvarez, Prenatal Diagnosis specialist at the Women's Unit of the Ruber International Hospital.
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