Even though Covid poses an increased risk of severe illness to expectant mothers, only 67% of pregnant women are estimated to be fully vaccinated, according to the CDC. But why?
And it’s in this environment that misinformation can worsen confusion and fuel hesitancy, said Jennifer Reich, a professor of sociology at the University of Colorado Denver, who has written about vaccination decisions.
Misinformation and general risk aversion can affect health care providers’ willingness to recommend vaccines, in addition to patients’ willingness to take them, Crear-Perry said. While there were early unknowns, there’s now very strong evidence that Covid-19 vaccines are safe during pregnancy. “I do think there’s a role for providers’ being even more strong advocates for vaccination,” said Dr. Denise Jamieson, the chair of the department of gynecology and obstetrics at Emory University.
Often, vaccination during pregnancy is an easier sell when it prioritizes the health of the infant after birth. Tdap, recommended during each pregnancy, is primarily aimed at creating immunity to pertussis, or whooping cough, in infants too young to be vaccinated. Influenza vaccination also creates some immunity in infants, Jamieson said.indicates that the Covid-19 vaccines also protect infants after birth.
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