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Vaccination in preparation for pregnancy

26.11.2024

Pregnancy is a wonderful and at the same time exciting time in the life of every woman. Everyone knows that it is necessary to take care of your health during pregnancy:

  • proper nutrition
  • weight control
  • giving up bad habits
  • taking folic acid
  • routine medical check-ups

However, little attention is paid to preparation for pregnancy, namely, to vaccination issues.

What vaccinations should an expectant mother get?

In 2021, an order was issued in our country, according to which it is necessary to get vaccinated when preparing for pregnancy:

1. Rubella vaccine

Rubella is a viral disease transmitted by airborne droplets and characterized by exanthema (small spotted rash), enlarged lymph nodes, especially the occipital and posterior cervical, moderate intoxication, and minor catarrhal inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes and nose.

The rubella vaccine was only widely used in the late 1990s, so it is possible that not all women of childbearing age were vaccinated. Since the disease can be mild in childhood, it was not always diagnosed.

The rubella vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, so according to the instructions for the drug, it is necessary to avoid pregnancy for at least 1 month after vaccination.

Rubella during pregnancy can cause damage to the fetus and miscarriage !

2. Diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough vaccine

According to the National Calendar, the adult population must be revaccinated against Diphtheria and Tetanus (ADS-M) once every 10 years.

3. Hepatitis B vaccine

Hepatitis B is the most common infectious liver disease in the world. It is caused by the hepatitis B virus, which attacks and damages the organ. Most often, it is latent (may not reveal itself for years) and is therefore very dangerous.

To become infected with the hepatitis B virus, it is enough to have contact with a tiny amount of blood from a sick person (an injection with an infected syringe, through an infected razor, manicure tools, etc.). Mothers who are carriers of the virus or who are sick with acute hepatitis B transmit the virus to their child during childbirth, which is why vaccination against hepatitis B is given in the first 24 hours of life.

Mass vaccination of children against hepatitis B began in the early 2000s, so it is also necessary to determine the presence of antibodies to the virus.

4. Vaccine against COVID-19, seasonal flu virus

Given the epidemiological situation and the possibility of an outbreak of this infection, revaccination is indicated every 6 months.

5. Measles Vaccine

! You can check your vaccination status at your local clinic

! Those wishing to be vaccinated but not residing at their registered address can register at a clinic at their place of residence or get vaccinated at non-governmental healthcare organizations that have the appropriate license.

! It is advisable to complete vaccination no later than 3 months before the planned pregnancy.

The article was prepared by: obstetrician-gynecologist of the highest qualification category Malysheva T.S.

Obstetrician-gynecologist of the second qualification category Fomenok K.B.