I’m an obstetrician and this is what I tell ALL my pregnant patients

HAVING a baby can produce a whirlwind of emotions and can be tough for everyone involved.

The coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for many pregnant women, with worries of infection and self isolation all making it that little bit harder to enjoy pregnancy.

One obstetrician has revealed her top advice to pregnant women as we head into the winter months and the risk from contracting the virus become higher.

Chief scientific adviser for the Department of Health and Social Care, Lucy Chappell said the data published on how dangerous Covid can be for pregnant women has been 'heart breaking'.

Around one in five patients receiving treatment through a special lung bypass machine were women who had not had their first jab, it was .

Just two weeks ago mums-to-be were urged to get their vaccines as 98 per cent of women in ICU with Covid-19 were found to be unvaccinated.

Last week it was also found that Covid jabs are safe for pregnant women and their unborn children.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) research shows being jabbed didn't alter the risk of stillbirth, premature delivery or low birth weight.

Lucy said: "The message I want to give is this: if you’re thinking about pregnancy, already pregnant, a new mother, or know someone who is pregnant or concerned about fertility, get your vaccine and stay safe.

"Senior doctors and healthcare professionals from across the health system, including the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of Midwives, have been clear that the Covid vaccines are the best possible way pregnant women can protect themselves from the virus.