Why should I get the Tdap vaccine while pregnant?

The Tdap vaccine protects against pertussis disease, also known as whooping cough. Pertussis is highly contagious and can be deadly for babies.  Babies cannot receive their first pertussis vaccine until 2 months of age. Getting the Tdap vaccination with every pregnancy is important because it provides protection to your newborn before they can receive the pertussis vaccine. Once you are vaccinated, your body develops antibodies to protect against pertussis. These antibodies cross the placenta to provide the same protection in your newborn. It is recommended that you receive this vaccine between 27 and 32 weeks with every pregnancy.

Why should I get the Tdap vaccine while pregnant?

The Tdap vaccine protects against pertussis disease, also known as whooping cough. Pertussis is highly contagious and can be deadly for babies.  Babies cannot receive their first pertussis vaccine until 2 months of age. Getting the Tdap vaccination with every pregnancy is important because it provides protection to your newborn before they can receive the pertussis vaccine. Once you are vaccinated, your body develops antibodies to protect against pertussis. These antibodies cross the placenta to provide the same protection in your newborn. It is recommended that you receive this vaccine between 27 and 32 weeks with every pregnancy.