How to Avoid Sepsis in Pregnancy

Jeanese Ex, RN, BSN | Altruistic Nurse Writer

Published on: 03/10/2026

Not every case of maternal sepsis can be prevented, but risk can be reduced. Learn how OB nurses lower sepsis risk in pregnancy through infection prevention, prenatal screening, early treatment, reassessment, and patient education.

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When Is Maternal Sepsis Most Common?

Jeanese Ex, RN, BSN | Altruistic Nurse Writer

Published on: 07/09/2026

Maternal sepsis can develop during pregnancy, labor, or postpartum, but the first week after delivery deserves close attention. Learn how infection risk and surveillance change across the timeline and why risk continues for 42 days.

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