CMV positive pregnancy

Hi ador, sending you so much love first because I know how scary and lonely this diagnosis can feel during pregnancy. 🤍 I haven't personally experienced CMV in pregnancy but I wanted to share what I've learned because I know how much it helps to hear from others in this community. The most important thing I want you to know is that not all CMV positive pregnancies result in the baby being affected. The risk of transmission to baby depends a lot on whether it's a primary infection (first time getting it) or a reactivation, and primary infections in early pregnancy carry a higher risk than reactivation. What doctors typically do is refer you to a maternal fetal medicine (MFM) specialist who will monitor you closely with regular fetal growth scans, checking for specific markers like brain calcifications, liver issues or growth restriction. Many mummies who test positive go on to have completely healthy babies. At birth, a newborn urine PCR test is usually done to confirm baby's CMV status. The most important step right now if you haven't already is to ask your OB for a referral to a MFM or high risk OB so they can properly assess your specific situation. Every case is truly different and having the right specialist by your side makes such a big difference. Really hoping some mummies who have been through this personally will share their stories with you here. You are not alone in this. 💛