Flu Vaccine - is it safe to have during pregnancy?

[GCDollar]

I heard there's a new type of flu coming in Australia from the US, which the current flu vaccine does not work on it. So ladies, watch out and be careful. And I think it's a good idea to sleep in a separate room if partner is having signs of flu/cold.

[RhiChiChi]

Hi there,

I know our workplace provider will not let pregnant ladies get the flu shot, however when pg with dd I asked my obs & he recommended it and said it was safe in the second tri

[Heaven]

If your OB said not to then I wouldn't get it.

[Nicola]

Hi

There is no reason not to get the flu vaccine while pregnant unless you have allergies to egg white or dont mind the flu. It does not contain mercury which is what previously worried people.

I am currently 20wks pregnant and will be getting the vaccine soon along with my family. I have researched getting the vaccine while pregnant..my baby will be born at the peak of flu season and if you get vaccinated while pregnant the benefits of the vaccine pass to the baby so when they are born they are protected.

I had the flu in my last pregnancy and literally thought I was going to die, I was bed ridden for 4 days and was incapable of looking after my 8mnth old son while DH was at work.

It is a personal decision but Im not taking the chance this winter