Respiratory virus season brings increased risks for pregnant women and their babies. In this timely webinar, Alisa Kachikis, MD, MSc, from the University of Washington Medical Center and member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), shares the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidance on RSV, influenza, and COVID-19 during pregnancy.

Dr. Kachikis discusses the recommended vaccines, their safety and effectiveness, and how they can protect both parent and baby. She also reviews the potential complications these viruses can cause during pregnancy and what patients need to know to make informed decisions about vaccination. Designed for healthcare professionals and public health advocates, this presentation offers essential information to support conversations with pregnant women and ensure strong protection during respiratory virus season.

Pregnancy is a critical time for identifying and managing co-occurring substance use disorders (SUD) and mental health conditions, yet these overlapping challenges are often underdiagnosed and undertreated. In the first installment of this two-part webinar series, Marcela Smid, MD, MS, MA, Associate Professor at the University of Utah and member of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM), explores the complex intersection of pregnancy, SUD, and mental health.

Dr. Smid shares insights on the diagnostic difficulties faced by clinicians, the barriers pregnant women encounter when seeking care, and the stigma that often prevents treatment. Drawing from research and clinical experience, she offers evidence-informed strategies to support patients and improve outcomes.

This presentation is essential for healthcare providers, public health professionals, and advocates committed to improving maternal mental health and addressing the unique needs of pregnant women facing substance use and mental health conditions.

Why are we still talking about Zika Virus? Should I still be concerned about it if I’m pregnant and traveling to another country this holiday season? Lorrie Harris-Sagaribay, MPH, a bilingual teratogen information specialist at MotherToBaby North Carolina and Kirstie Perrotta, MPH, a teratogen information specialist at MotherToBaby California join host Chris Stallman, CGC to answer the public’s questions about Zika Virus, its potential effects during pregnancy and why it’s still a critical topic years after its initial outbreak.