Moms, Babies and Pregnancy,
Breastfeeding & Caring for Newborns during COVID-19As we are all responding to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is important that information and resources be shared, during this quickly evolving situation. We will continue to share information and frequent communications to our maternal infant health network. Thank you for the work that you do each and every day to protect and promote the health of our Michigan moms, babies and families.
For up to date information on COVID-19 please visit: Michigan.gov/Coronavirus or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Guidance documents are available from MDHHS:
For more information on Maternal Infant Health and COVID-19 visit:
- CDC: Pregnant, Breastfeeding, or Caring for Young Children
- ACOG: Pregnancy, and Breastfeeding for Patients
- ACOG: Pregnancy, and Breastfeeding for Ob-gyns
Updated Guidance for Pregnant Women, Newborns, Children & Families During COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Pregnant Women
The CDC realeased a study which determined that pregnant women with COVID-19 were more likely than non-pregnant women to be hospitalized and at increased risk for intensive care unit (ICU) admission and the receipt of mechanical ventilation. In its public-facing guidance, CDC notes that among pregnant people with COVID-19 “there may be an increased risk of adverse pregnant outcomes, such as preterm birth.” The CDC recommends that pregnant women be counseled about the potential risk for severe illness from COVID-19 and measures to prevent infection. (6/26/2020)
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) - Newborns, Children and Families
Guidance for Children and Families Involved with the Child Welfare System: guidance for pediatricians and others who care for children in the child welfare system that affirms that a stable home and caregiver are important to nurturing a child’s development and preventing trauma that can affect a child across the lifespan. (7/27/2020)
Newborn Care: Guidance for the care of infants whose mothers have suspected or confirmed COVID-19: Includes precautions for birth attendants, rooming-in, breastfeeding, testing, neonatal intensive care, visitation and hospital discharge. (Updated 7/22/2020) 
Newborn Screening During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Guidance recommending that pediatricians continue to follow federal and state guidelines on newborn bloodspot screening, newborn hearing screening, and critical congenital heart disease screening. (7/16/2020)
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) Interim Guidance: Clinical guidance for pediatricians including signs, symptoms, diagnosis and management of this rare but serious complication associated with COVID-19. (7/13/2020)Mental & Emotional Health
Michigan.gov/StayWell - offers a robust list of Emotional & Mental Health resources & support services.
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline - provides crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to a disaster, call 1-800-985-5990 or Text TalkWithUs to 66746
Anxiety and Depression Association of America - includes tips and strategies to help those struggling with anxiety around the coronavirus or general anxiety concerns.
Emotional Support Through United Healthcare - For anyone experiencing anxiety or stress related to COVID-19, download the free mobile app, or call the free Emotional Support Help Line at 1-866-342-6892
Postpartum Support International Helpline - non-emergency helpline for support, information, or referrals to postpartum mental health providers. Leave a confidential message at any time and a volunteer will return your call 1-800-944-4773 PSI offers online support group meetings to connect with other pregnant and postpartum women.
National Domestic Violence Hotline - 800-799-SAFE (7233) or Text LOVEIS to 22522
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Offers free, confidential support 24/7. 1‑800-273-8255
​Sign up for Maternal Infant Health and Equity Updates
9/30/2020 - NICU, Safe Sleep, Safe Delivery, Equity
9/23/2020 - Maternal Infant Health Summit, MIHEIP Year One Highlights, Home Visiting, Equity
8/20/2020 - Hear Her Campaign, Maternal Mortality and Substance Use Disorders
8/13/2020 - Black August and Black Breastfeeding Month
7/28/2020 - United Way Fights for Health Equity, Updated COVID-19 Guidance
7/09/2020 - Mental & Emotional Health, Updated COVID-19 Guidance and EquityWhere to Find Other Assistance
Michigan.gov/coronavirus has an array of resources including: COVID-19 emergency resources and news, testing sites, frequently asked questions, food assistance, school meals, information on safely re-opening after the pandemic and more.Call 2-1-1 from any phone to be connected to a list of statewide resources for everything from food and diapers to rental assistance. You can also search for services online at www.211.org
Apply for Benefits, Manage Your Case, and Explore Resources. MIBridges and Michigan.gov/WIC offer programs to help you and your family with temporary assistance when times are tough.
Resources: Moms, Babies, Pregnancy and COVID-19
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) COVID-19 Resources
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Resources for Clinicians
Black Maternal Health and the U.S. COVID-19 Response
California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative (CMQCC) Resource List
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Pregnancy and COVID-19
Data on COVID-19 during Pregnancy CDC
March of Dimes COVID-19: Impact on Moms and Babies
Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) COVID-19 Resources
Michigan Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (MI AIM)
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) and COVID-19: Information for Pediatrics
Obstetrics Initiative (OBI) Michigan: COVID-19 Resources
World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19, Pregnancy, Childbirth and Breastfeeding
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
Coronavirus Disease 2019
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