A New Study Says That COVID-19 Vaccines Could Protect Pregnant Moms & Their Unborn Babies

It looked specifically at mRNA vaccines.
A New Study Says That COVID-19 Vaccines Could Protect Pregnant Moms & Their Unborn Babies
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A new study in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology examines the impact of COVID-19 vaccines on pregnant women.  

The study explores mRNA vaccinations, which include both Pfizer and Moderna's COVID-19 vaccines. 

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The study claims that not only do the vaccines offer "robust humoral immunity" for pregnant and lactating women, but the immunity also transfers to the baby, both in the womb or through breastfeeding. 

Researchers said that the vaccinations were just as effective in pregnant and lactating women as they were in non-pregnant women. 

Because they found that "immune transfer to neonates occurred via placenta and breastmilk," it looks like some expecting mothers could be paying it forward when they get vaccinated. 

Health Canada has a robust website with all the latest information on the vaccines and can answer any questions you may have. Click here for more information.

*This article has been updated.

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