In this episode of the SMFM Podcast, Dr. Janine Rhoades welcomes Dr. Andrea Edlow to discuss the 2025–2026 respiratory disease season and vaccine recommendations for pregnant patients. They review the major respiratory threats—COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and pertussis—and emphasize the importance of maternal vaccination for both maternal health and infant protection. The conversation covers current vaccine guidance, disparities in vaccine uptake, strategies for effective patient counseling, and best practices for clinic preparedness, including staff education, vaccine stocking, and infection control policies. They also highlight trusted resources for providers and patients to support safe and effective vaccination during pregnancy.

For more educational resources, visit education.smfm.org. 

 

Addendum for the 2026-2027 respiratory disease season: The recommendation timing for the maternal RSV vaccine is from September 1st through March 1st, rather than through January 31st, to accommodate the anticipated longer RSV season, as observed during the 2025-2026 season. 

 

Additional Resources:

·        SMFM Resources

o   SMFM Fellow Lecture Preparing for Respiratory Virus Season 

o   SMFM Podcast Preparing for Annual Respiratory Disease Season 

o   Infectious Disease Resources 

§  SMFM COVID-19 

§  SMFM RSV 

§  SMFM Influenza

o   SMFM Patient Education Resources 

§  Vaccination During Pregnancy 

·        Government Agency Resources: 

o   For Clinicians 

·        Peer Organization Resources: 

o   For Clinicians 

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