Let's separate the fact from the fiction. While #groupBstrep is a concern at birth, it is also a concern during pregnancy and up to several months after birth!

Knowledge is power and we want that power in the hands of parents! Learn about #groupBstrep sooner than later. It could make all the difference for your baby! gbs-info.org

Worldwide, 1 in 5 pregnant women carry GBS. Don't play the odds. Make sure you are tested and know your test result! Learn more at gbs-info.org #groupbstrep #GBSTest

Early-onset group B strep disease is highly preventable with IV antibiotics during labor and delivery. Certain factors indicate if you should receive them. Know your status and if you should receive IV antibiotics when labor starts or your water breaks! #groupBstrep

Parent Stories Many thanks to those who have shared their families’ experiences to help prevent GBS disease in other babies. Please learn from their experiences and feel free to share your own story in one of these categories to help and inspire others

We want to make sure everyone is aware of #groupBstrep! If you want us to share your story, let us know! What happened matters.
Submit your story here: http://groupbstrepinternational.org/parent-stories

#GroupBStrep colonization is not limited to pregnant women and babies. Anyone can carry GBS. Those who do usually do not have any symptoms; however, talk to your healthcare provider if you experience any vaginitis or UTI symptoms which can be caused by GBS. gbs-intl.org/gbs-in-nonpregnant-adults

One of the best ways to help protect your baby from #groupBstrep (GBS) is to get tested and know your results! If you test positive, you should receive IV antibiotics during labor to help prevent GBS disease during your baby's first week of life. Learn more at gbs-intl.org/gbs-testing

#GroupBstrep can cause preterm labor. Make sure you are aware of the signs as acting quickly can make all the difference!

There are three types of perinatal #groupBstrep disease, each with its own prevention challenges. Knowing what to look out for and when can help make a difference in the care of your baby! Learn how to help protect your baby today! gbs-info.org

What Is Group B Strep? Group B strep is one of the leading causes of newborn illness and death worldwide. This type of bacteria is found in about 1 in 4 pregnant women, so it is important mothers learn how to protect their babies. Group B Strep FAQ.

You have your #groupBstrep test results, but now what? What does it mean? Your GBS status matters! Learn more at groupbstrepinternational.org/what-is-group-b-strep

Recovering from a #groupBstrep infection does not mean that a baby cannot become infected by GBS again. Recurrent neonatal group B strep disease can occur after completed appropriate treatment of the primary infection. Parents need to be made aware!

Testing for #GroupBStrep and knowing your GBS status can help you and your healthcare providers take adequate steps to help protect your baby. Find out more at gbs-intl.org/gbs-testing

There are various signs of #groupBstrep infection in babies - make sure you and everyone who takes care of your baby know the signs. GBS infections are fast-acting. Contact your baby's healthcare provider immediately with any concerns! bit.ly/GBSsigns

Don't be fooled. Be informed! Group B strep can cause serious infection in your baby. Learn more at gbs-info.org

#groupBstrep is a worldwide issue! Many countries still do not test for group B strep as they do not see it as necessary or, in some cases, cost-effective. This leaves so many babies at risk!

You would expect a healthcare provider to inform you before a procedure, but that's not always the case with FMS, a common practice to attempt to induce labor & that may push bacteria closer to your baby. Be aware that #GroupBstrep can cross intact membranes.

See what you've learned about #groupBstrep! Test your knowledge with this 10-question quiz! ​Share the quiz with friends to help spread awareness! surveymonkey.com/r/KDVTSX3

About 1 in 5 pregnant women worldwide carry #groupBstrep. Make sure you are informed to be able to help protect your baby! gbs-intl.org/what-is-group-b-strep

It is important to be tested during each pregnancy as GBS status can change. Since GBS colonization can be transient, this also means that a pregnant person could test negative, but be colonized later in pregnancy and vice versa.

Some people struggle with how to get involved, but it doesn't have to be a large scale initiative. A simple conversation can have a big impact! #starttheGBSconversation gbs-intl.org/startthegbsconversation

A #groupBstrep swab test is essential for helping predict your GBS status at the time of delivery! groupbstrepinternational.org/gbs-testing

Studies show that giving intrapartum IV antibiotics before delivery interrupts vertical transmission of #groupBstrep and decreases the incidence of early-onset GBS disease! Make sure you know your status!

What Is Group B Strep? Group B strep is one of the leading causes of newborn illness and death worldwide. This type of bacteria is found in about 1 in 4 pregnant women, so it is important mothers learn how to protect their babies. Group B Strep FAQ.

As knowledge about #groupBstrep improves, so does our terminology. You may encounter the newer term "iGBS." "GBS" refers to the type of bacteria (group B strep) while "iGBS" refers to invasive disease caused by GBS.

Visit gbs-intl.org/what-is-group-b-strep for more info!

Testing for #GroupBStrep and knowing your GBS status can help you and your healthcare providers take steps to help protect your baby! Learn more at gbs-intl.org/gbs-testing

US GBS guidelines explain that outcomes with immersion in water during labor and birth for GBS+ women are not well studied. US and international guidelines vary as to the stages of labor it may be acceptable in certain circumstances. Learn more at gbs-intl.org/what-is-group-b-strep

You have your #groupBstrep test results, but now what? What does it mean? Your GBS status matters! Lean more at groupbstrepinternational.org/what-is-group-b-strep

One of the best ways to help protect your baby from #groupBstrep is to get tested and know your results! gbs-info.org

#ISSAD2026 was such an amazing conference! Honored to continue the fight against GBS disease with everyone there. Many thanks to the organizers! Looking forward to the next ISSAD already!

We would like to honor the memory of Wren and extend our heartfelt gratitude to his parents for their continued support of GBS awareness and their generous contributions.
Full story: gbs-intl.org/wren-jones

#groupBstrep is a leading cause of sepsis in newborns!