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The Baby Blog: Archives for August 2014

Should I Get The Pertussis Vaccine During Pregnancy?

By Sonia Alvarado, Senior Teratogen Information Specialist, MotherToBaby CA “I’m very confused” said the pregnant caller. “I’ve heard different things about whether I should get the vaccine against whooping cough now or after I deliver. Maybe I should just wait?” As a teratogen information specialist who talks to women and health professionals daily regarding the recommended vaccines for pregnancy, it concerns me that pregnant women are not receiving a clear message about the recommendations …

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