Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 
Everyone has a role to play in protecting their community from viruses spread by mosquitoes, like Zika. It is especially important to protect pregnant women from getting Zika because infection during pregnancy can cause microcephaly and other serious birth defects. Pregnant women can take certain steps to protect themselves and their pregnancy from Zika, such as avoiding travel to areas with Zika, protecting themselves from mosquito bites, and protecting against sexual transmission.

Using an Environmental Protection Agency-registered insect repellent, treating clothing and gear with permethrin, and controlling mosquitoes inside and outside the home can protect against mosquito bites. Condoms (and other barriers to protect against infection) can reduce the chance of getting Zika from sex. Pregnant women who have recently traveled or who have a partner who traveled to an area with Zika should talk to their healthcare provider about their travel even if they don't feel sick. Share information with other moms-to-be about how to protect your pregnancy from Zika virus infection!