November 2025

Support the Stop CMV Act

Author: National CMV Foundation Congenital CMV (cCMV) is the most common congenital viral infection in the United States, yet awareness and policy action lag far behind the urgent need. The National CMV Foundation is committed to changing that through our advocacy efforts at the state and national levels—and you can help.

Planning for Another Pregnancy After a Baby With Congenital CMV: What Families Should Know

Author: Isabelle Boucoiran, MD
Welcoming a second child after a cCMV-affected pregnancy can be filled with mixed emotions—hope, excitement, and understandable concern. As an OB/GYN, I want families to know that:
The chance of recurrence is very low, with only a handful of cases ever documented. There are clear, practical steps to further decrease the risk.