Dr. Marta Perez on COVID-19
Dr. Marta Perez joins us today to discuss pregnancy and breastfeeding with the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Perez received the vaccine herself shortly after giving birth. She addresses common concerns regarding the vaccine’s effects on fertility and breastfeeding. We discuss the importance of vaccination for protecting both mothers and infants. She shares with us that emerging studies indicate no increase in pregnancy complications among vaccinated women. Dr. Perez reassures listeners that the benefits of vaccination heavily outweigh the risks, especially given the severe effects COVID-19 can have on pregnant women. Dr. Perez is open and honest in her advice to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. We discuss the importance of informed decision-making regarding vaccination and communication with medical providers, especially during the ongoing evolution of readily available information during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please join us on YouTube for our full conversation and many more on video!