When vaccinated during pregnancy, the expecting mother’s antibodies are transferred to the baby and protects both mother and child during the pregnancy and the baby during the first few months after delivery. But not all vaccines can be taken when pregnant.<\/p>\n
Two vaccinations can be taken when pregnant. One is for flu and the other for whooping cough (also called Tdap).<\/p>\n
\u2022 The flu(influenza)<\/strong> shot protects the mother and baby during the flu season. The baby is also protected after birth from flu associated complications. Do not take the nasal flu vaccine as it contains live virus. There are few other vaccinations that are taken before you plan your pregnancy (and should not be taken once pregnant). You will have to talk with your doctor regarding this in detail. The vaccinations are<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Tdap<\/strong> is to protect the baby from whooping cough(pertussis). It is one of the major causes of death in babies younger than two months. This is vaccination is usually taken between 27 and 36 weeks of pregnancy.<\/p>\n