- posted: Oct. 09, 2025
At White Oak Pediatric Associates in Raleigh, NC, our team emphasizes the importance of preventive care starting even before a baby is born. Immunizations during pregnancy are a critical part of protecting both expectant mothers and their newborns from serious illnesses.
Why Vaccines Are Important in Pregnancy
Pregnancy brings natural changes to the immune system, making women more susceptible to infections. Certain illnesses, like influenza or whooping cough, can pose serious risks to both mother and baby. Vaccines help strengthen maternal immunity, reduce complications, and provide the newborn with initial protection through antibodies passed before birth.
Common Recommended Vaccines
- Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis): Typically given during the third trimester, Tdap protects the mother from pertussis and passes antibodies to the baby to protect them during their first months of life.
- Influenza (Flu Shot): Recommended during flu season, this vaccine reduces the risk of severe illness in pregnant women and provides passive immunity to the baby.
- COVID-19: Current guidelines recommend vaccination during pregnancy to protect both mother and baby from severe COVID-19 illness.
What to Expect During Vaccination
Receiving vaccines during pregnancy is a straightforward process. Expectant mothers can discuss timing, potential side effects, and benefits with their healthcare provider. Common side effects are generally mild, such as soreness at the injection site or a low-grade fever. Pediatricians and obstetric care providers work together to ensure vaccines are administered safely and effectively.
Supporting Mother and Baby Beyond Vaccines
Vaccinations are one component of a broader approach to maternal and infant health. White Oak Pediatric Associates also helps new parents understand nutrition, prenatal care, and early infant wellness to help families start life with a strong foundation of health.
Partnering With Families in Raleigh, NC
By staying up to date on recommended immunizations, expectant mothers protect themselves and give their newborns a critical head start in immunity. Our team at White Oak Pediatric Associates is here to answer questions, provide guidance, and support growing families from the very beginning.
Schedule a consultation to learn more about immunizations during pregnancy and how they can safeguard both mother and baby. Call our Raleigh office at (919) 787-0266.
- posted: Oct. 09, 2025
At White Oak Pediatric Associates in Raleigh, NC, our team emphasizes the importance of preventive care starting even before a baby is born. Immunizations during pregnancy are a critical part of protecting both expectant mothers and their newborns from serious illnesses.
Why Vaccines Are Important in Pregnancy
Pregnancy brings natural changes to the immune system, making women more susceptible to infections. Certain illnesses, like influenza or whooping cough, can pose serious risks to both mother and baby. Vaccines help strengthen maternal immunity, reduce complications, and provide the newborn with initial protection through antibodies passed before birth.
Common Recommended Vaccines
- Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis): Typically given during the third trimester, Tdap protects the mother from pertussis and passes antibodies to the baby to protect them during their first months of life.
- Influenza (Flu Shot): Recommended during flu season, this vaccine reduces the risk of severe illness in pregnant women and provides passive immunity to the baby.
- COVID-19: Current guidelines recommend vaccination during pregnancy to protect both mother and baby from severe COVID-19 illness.
What to Expect During Vaccination
Receiving vaccines during pregnancy is a straightforward process. Expectant mothers can discuss timing, potential side effects, and benefits with their healthcare provider. Common side effects are generally mild, such as soreness at the injection site or a low-grade fever. Pediatricians and obstetric care providers work together to ensure vaccines are administered safely and effectively.
Supporting Mother and Baby Beyond Vaccines
Vaccinations are one component of a broader approach to maternal and infant health. White Oak Pediatric Associates also helps new parents understand nutrition, prenatal care, and early infant wellness to help families start life with a strong foundation of health.
Partnering With Families in Raleigh, NC
By staying up to date on recommended immunizations, expectant mothers protect themselves and give their newborns a critical head start in immunity. Our team at White Oak Pediatric Associates is here to answer questions, provide guidance, and support growing families from the very beginning.
Schedule a consultation to learn more about immunizations during pregnancy and how they can safeguard both mother and baby. Call our Raleigh office at (919) 787-0266.
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