Pregnancy and HIV disease

Issues that positive women may face when they're pregnant

August 2005     View PDF     En español

Motherhood is a choice, and this publication is intended for HIV-positive women who are pregnant and want to learn more about managing pregnancy and HIV. This publication will provide you with: basic information about HIV and pregnancy; what steps you need to take to ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery; and how to get the most out of your own HIV treatment and care and the steps to take once you have had the baby. This publication will not discuss: options on how to conceive if you’re interested in becoming pregnant or issues to consider when deciding whether to continue or end a pregnancy.