Q: I’m pregnant. Can I have the #COVID19 vaccine?

A: Yes. Vaccination against COVID-19 helps protect both you & your baby from illness. COVID-19 during pregnancy puts moms at higher risk of becoming severely ill and increases the likelihood of preterm birth
Q: What is known about the safety of #COVID19 vaccines during pregnancy?

A: Pregnant women in many countries around the world have now received COVID-19 vaccines and no safety concerns have been identified related to their pregnancies or the health of their babies.
Q: Can I get infected with #COVID19 from getting the vaccine?

A: None of the WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccines contain the live virus that causes COVID-19. This means that the vaccines cannot cause infection in either pregnant women or their babies.
Q: Can women who are trying to become pregnant receive #COVID19 vaccines?

A: Yes. Getting vaccinated beforehand is an important way for women to protect themselves and their future babies from COVID-19. There are no documented impacts of vaccination on fertility outcomes.
For those trying to conceive, studies show rates of becoming pregnant were the same for couples who did and didn’t receive the #COVID19 vaccine
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Q: Should pregnant women be prioritized for #COVID19 vaccination?

A: Yes. Pregnant women in all countries should have access to lifesaving #COVID19 vaccines, given the higher risks they face if they are infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

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