I can't begin to imagine the anxiety you're feeling and I am sorry you're facing this.
But Google is not a good source of information! Trust in your Drs to provide the most appropriate medical advice for you and your babies.
By getting the vaccine you will be providing critical protection for your babies, before they are born, to keep them safe when they come into the world.
I don't have any advice, but I would say to look at how they think the vaccine will protect your babies once they're born, if they'll be here during flu season. From what I understand, the vaccine protects the babies until they're old enough to be vaccinated themselves, so it's something to consider. Also, see if you can find any info on flu effects on pregnant women, since we're more susceptible. I know there's not much research on the vaccine in pregnant women, since they don't do medical trials during pregnancy. Ultimately, you will make the right choice for you. Trust your gut!
Post by mustloveerica on Nov 9, 2016 8:20:33 GMT -5
I got my flu shot. I just asked for the preservative free kind. My MFM said flu shots are extremely important for pregnant women so I would follow whatever advice your doctor gives you.
I got the flu shot and the tdap for Whooping cough last pregnancy. So far this pregnancy I have already gotten the flu shot and will get the tdap late in third tri to protect my baby.
I didn't get a flu shot last winter and got both strains of the flu, one in January and then the other in March. I can't imagine being that miserable and also pregnant. I'm pretty pro flu vaccine after last winter.
Thanks ladies. Even the online crazies focused their attention on the mercury in the injections, which, proven or not to be harmful, I avoid anyways.
I think I will do it.
Sorry. I'm managing a metabolic disorder, Celiac Disease, a high risk pregnancy and immunological issues and it's so overwhelming. My anxiety is always so high which makes me feel worse and I'm always afraid im screwing them up somehow!
There's no need to apologize. We all understand pregnancy anxiety!
I would definitely get the flu shot, both my RE and OB wanted me to get it while pregnant so I did at the beginning of the pregnancy. The risks to the pregnancy and babies if you were to contract the flu are much worse than what's in the shot. I know it's hard to not worry about everything.
If you decide against it, have everyone you spend time with get it so you have some form of protection (family members in particular). The flu is very dangerous to pregnant women and infants. Babies can't get their own until they are 6 months old so they will need that herd immunity to protect them
Post by littlelion on Nov 10, 2016 14:41:07 GMT -5
No feels either way. In general, I do not get the flu shot. I think the first year I was ttc it was recommended by my dr so I got it. And that prob was the 1st time ever. I can't remember if I got it during my pregnancy with my son (also a dec baby). And my ob has not mentioned it yet and I'm already 35 wks.
Post by animaldoctor on Nov 13, 2016 11:30:09 GMT -5
Try to think about it the other way around. Because you are immunosuppressed, it is more important to get the vaccine because your immune system will be unable to fight off the virus and put everybody at greater risk. I hope that you can make the decision that you feel best about!
Try to think about it the other way around. Because you are immunosuppressed, it is more important to get the vaccine because your immune system will be unable to fight off the virus and put everybody at greater risk. I hope that you can make the decision that you feel best about!
Not only are you (@wineandcupcakes) immunosuppressed, pregnancy also lowers your immune system's ability to fight of germs.
I understand your concerns and you do what is best for you, but I would get the flu shot.
Post by sonamgupta2107 on Sept 21, 2017 2:32:56 GMT -5
Hi dear. I am happy that you are seeking answers in such a renowned forum and I am sure you will get perfect answers. I am going to tell you my experience. With my first I did as I was due in September, so would be pregnant when there was more illness around - I also have a lung condition, so it’s something I need to be done each year. With my second I didn't as I had hit the end of March, so straight after having him, I got my shot. This one I'm not sure, I'm due end of April, but going 2 weeks early - so might hold off and have it done straight after birth again - but if I was in early pregnancy I would have it done. However, that is me and you have to weight up to your own risks and what you’re willing to go with. I would say consult with Lotus Center in Ukraine and you will get a better idea on all pregnancy-related matters. Best of luck for upcoming motherhood to all the pregnant woman in advance. Be safe and stay blessed.
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