Summary of the Dutch multidisciplinary practice Guideline on Asthma and Pregnancy.

Asthma is the most common chronic respiratory disease in women of childbearing age and during pregnancy. This paper presents a summary of the Dutch multidisciplinary guideline on asthma and pregnancy. The aim of this guideline is to provide structured, where possible, evidence-based recommendations to optimize the management of asthma during pregnancy. The main topics covered in this guideline are: preconception counseling, the safety of asthma medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding and risk assessment and monitoring of asthma during pregnancy. As there are many caregivers involved and a uniform approach is desirable, this guideline has been developed in collaboration with all relevant healthcare providers and patient representatives.