Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Protect Your Newborn With Timely Vaccines


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When is the best time for a pregnant mom to receive a vaccine in order to optimally protect her newborn? A study just published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Mass General Hosp shows that all vaccines should be administered at least five weeks before the due date. This permits optimal development and then transfer of protective antibodies from mom to the her baby. This guideline holds true for each of the currently recommended prenatal vaccines: Influenza, RSV, Covid, and pertussis or whooping cough.  So do be sure to put this on your calendar and set up those appointments to receive the vaccines in a timely manner.


https://www.vaccineadvisor.com/news/optimal-timing-of-maternal-rsv-vaccine-determined-to-be-at-least-five-weeks-before-delivery/


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Dr. Howard Smith ReportsBy Howard G. Smith MD, AM