05/08/2026
Did you know Hepatitis B and C can pass from mother to baby during pregnancy and birth? The good news — with the right screening and care, this risk can be significantly reduced.
✔️ Every pregnant woman is screened for hepatitis B and C as part of routine antenatal care
✔️ If needed, antiviral therapy in the third trimester lowers transmission risk in women who have Hepatitis B
✔️ Babies born to hepatitis B positive mothers receive a vaccine + immunoglobulin within 12 hours of birth — highly effective protection
✔️ Hepatitis C has no vaccine yet, but risk-based screening and simple precautions during birth make a difference
✔️ Breastfeeding is safe in almost all cases, once your baby is vaccinated
Screening is quick, routine, and one of the most powerful tools we have to protect your newborn. If you have questions about your antenatal screening or risk factors, bring them to your next visit — I’m always happy to talk it through. 💛
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