🌸 VACCINATION IN PREGNANCY: PROTECTING TWO LIVES (SUNLEAF WOMEN'S CARE HOSPITAL) ✅ 2 KEY EVIDENCE-BASED MESSAGES 1️⃣ Maternal vaccination protects both mother and baby Vaccination during pregnancy can reduce serious maternal infections and, through transfer of maternal antibodies, provide passive protection to the newborn during the early months of life. 2️⃣ Recommended vaccines should be given at the appropriate gestational age In India, Td vaccination during pregnancy is essential for protection against maternal and neonatal tetanus. Other vaccines may be recommended depending on national guidelines, maternal risk factors, comorbidities and local epidemiology. 🔑 KEY TAKE-HOME MESSAGE Pregnancy is not a reason to miss recommended vaccines. Appropriate maternal immunization is an important part of safe antenatal care—for the mother and the newborn. #PregnancyVaccination #MaternalImmunization #SafePregnancy #AntenatalCare #HealthyMotherHealthyBaby #PregnancyCare #Gynecologist #Obstetrics #SunleafWomensCareHospital #SuratGynecologist #SuratPregnancyCare #Varachha #Sarthana #Surat