Pre-test information or health education for women who are or may become pregnant or are postpartum should also include:

• the potential risk of transmitting HIV to the infant
• measures that can be taken to reduce mother-to-child transmission, including the provision of ART to benefit the mother and prevent HIV transmission to the infant
• counselling on infant feeding practices to reduce the risk of HIV transmission
• the benefits of early HIV diagnosis for mothers and infants
• encouragement for partner testing.