Most often, GBS infects babies during labor or during delivery as they pass through the birth canal. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends testing for GBS between 26-28 weeks in pregnancy. If at any time,even during the last weeks of pregnancy. If positive, you can be treated with antibiotics during delivery to prevent infection of your baby. During pregnancy, watch for signs of pre-term labor.
Premature birth can be a serious danger to a newborn.
For more information contact your physician or the hospital immediately. Preterm labor contraction are sometimes painless occurring every 15 minutes or closer. If, after changing position, emptying your bladder, or a period of rest or change in activity, the contractions continue, contact your doctor immediately or go directly to the hospital. Any one or combination of the above should precipitate a call to your doctor. If you experience any bright red blood, a rupture of the membrances, whether a rush or steady trickle, or severe stomach pain this may indicate a medical emergency.