1. To review the typical and atypical bacterial agents of infections in pregnancy and methods of diagnosis. 2. To be aware of the best ways to prevent and manage infection in pregnant women, both pre and post- partum. 3. To gain understanding of the complications of pregnancy and potential interventions to mitigate and treat them. 4. To be able to assess and identify women at higher risk of developing complications during pregnancy. 5. To form the basis of safe and effective practice of managing pregnant patients with respect to reproductive infections.