Vaccines

TdapVaccine

Due to an increase in pertussis related deaths in newborns, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends vaccination in the form of Tdap in each pregnancy, regardless of prior vaccination history. “Optimal timing for Tdap administration is between 27 and 36 weeks gestation. For women not previously vaccinated with Tdap, if Tdap is not administered during pregnancy, Tdap should be administered immediately postpartum”. For more information, please visit http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/pertussis/tdap-pregnancy-hcp.htm

TdapVaccine

Due to an increase in pertussis related deaths in newborns, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends vaccination in the form of Tdap in each pregnancy, regardless of prior vaccination history. “Optimal timing for Tdap administration is between 27 and 36 weeks gestation. For women not previously vaccinated with Tdap, if Tdap is not administered during pregnancy, Tdap should be administered immediately postpartum”. For more information, please visit http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/pertussis/tdap-pregnancy-hcp.htm

Other Vaccines

In general, there are no other vaccines recommended in pregnacy. At the first obstetric appointment, or prior to pregnancy, we will confirm your immunity to rubella and varicella (chicken pox). If you are non-immune, these vaccines can be administered 6 months prior to pregnancy or after. They are typically live virus vaccines and therefore, cannot be given during pregnancy. Please talk to your physicain regarding your individual need for these vaccines.