COVID 19 VACCINE
and Pregnancy
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Pregnant patients with COVID-19 are at HIGH risk of severe illness.
Pregnant patients with other health conditions such as diabetes and obesity are at even higher risk.
The vaccine can reduce your risk of ICU admission, using a ventilator, or dying.
DO I QUALIFY FOR VACCINATION?
PREGNANT WOMEN Pfizer - BioNtech mRNA Vaccine 12 + Years and older A 2-dose regimen
Moderna mRNA-1273 Vaccine LACTATING WOMEN 18+ Years and Older A 2-dose regimen Given 1 mo apart (28 days)
Given 3 wks apart (21 days)
WHAT I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE VACCINES
mRNA vaccines are not live viruses and cannot give you COVID-19
mRNA vaccines cannot cause any genetic changes in you or your baby.
Expect mild side effects from your body’s normal response to the vaccine including: - fever - chills - body aches - headaches - sore arm from injection
Each woman’s situation is different. Please discuss your personal situation with your provider to decide if the vaccine is right for you.
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW AFTER VACCINATION
Continue wearing a mask
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
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Continue practicing social distance
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