COVID-19 has emerged as a new viral illness with potential for
significant morbidity and mortality. Pregnant women are high risk for
contracting the virus or suffering from complications, however data
regarding the effect of COVID-19 on pregnancy is limited to case reports
from affected countries. The pathophysiology of COVID-19 infection may
provide insights of the threat to mother and fetus. In this review we
collate available evidence of harm caused by COVID-19 to mothers and
their offspring in all trimesters. Obstetricians must understand the
risks posed by this pandemic to effectively counsel women who are
currently pregnant or planning conception.