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Should pregnant women get a Swine flu/H1N1 shot? Up to what month?
voted interesting: robbj M$0.10
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We just asked our Doctor (my wife is 6 months along now!!) about whether or not my we should get the vaccine, and she asked us back, "Well, do you feel comfortable getting it?" We said no, we don't know what the long term effects may be and she breathed a sigh and told us she felt the same way.
She stressed that they came out with this vacine awfully quickly and to be honest, the swine flu is just that: the flu. She shared that she was telling all of her patients at her OB/GYN practice to try to hold off from getting it, especially pregnant women because we simply don't know what the vaccine does to the unborn child.
She stressed that they came out with this vacine awfully quickly and to be honest, the swine flu is just that: the flu. She shared that she was telling all of her patients at her OB/GYN practice to try to hold off from getting it, especially pregnant women because we simply don't know what the vaccine does to the unborn child.
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Our Doc - Dr. Woods, Bedford Texas
Our Doc - Dr. Woods, Bedford Texas
voted helpful: eatthatpopcorn
Provided that there are no other pre-existing health conditions, then yes. And she can receive at any time according to reports.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices also recommends that 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine be given to all pregnant women at any time during pregnancy.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices also recommends that 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine be given to all pregnant women at any time during pregnancy.
I have heard of pregnant women getting swine flu in the last trimester. Recently a woman died two days after the birth of her baby. I think any pregnant woman should take the advice of her obgyn on this issue. It is alarming.
voted helpful: eatthatpopcorn
I agree to seek the advice of your personal physician. Though there may be risks, keep in mind that there are also risks to your child should you contract the flu during your pregnancy.
True, there is no blatant answer for all pregnant women. Seek professional help.
The question that pregnant women and couples needd to ask themselves is 1.) Was the shot tested on pregnant women? It took less than 9months to bring this to market. So The full effects of this shot on the mother or the Fetus are not known.
I dont think that anyone should take this shot. Yes they say its as safe as the seasonal flu shot but is it. My wife is a RN and every Doc that she spoke to said they would not take it nor would they give it to there children.
So No pregnant women should not get this shot in my opinion.
I dont think that anyone should take this shot. Yes they say its as safe as the seasonal flu shot but is it. My wife is a RN and every Doc that she spoke to said they would not take it nor would they give it to there children.
So No pregnant women should not get this shot in my opinion.
..."So The full effects of this shot on the mother or the Fetus are not known."...
Not true. The CDC has stated over and over that the process to make the H1N1 vaccine is the EXACT SAME as making the seasonal flu shot, it's just a different strain of virus. This is nothing experimental.
In fact, as you can read in my first source below, if there had been alarm about H1N1 earlier on, it might've been part of our seasonal flu vaccine, instead of a separate one.
As for effects on pregnant women, it is as safe as it is for everyone else (in that there are always minimal risks for allergies or complications). In fact, fetuses are likely to share in some of those antibodies and immunity after birth from these flu shots (H1N1 included).
Your wife and those doctors scare me. Fear mongers put people at risk and cause people to die.
http://www.flu.gov/myths/index.html
http://www.babycenter.com/404_should-i-get-a-flu-shot-when-im-pregnant_2488.bc
Not true. The CDC has stated over and over that the process to make the H1N1 vaccine is the EXACT SAME as making the seasonal flu shot, it's just a different strain of virus. This is nothing experimental.
In fact, as you can read in my first source below, if there had been alarm about H1N1 earlier on, it might've been part of our seasonal flu vaccine, instead of a separate one.
As for effects on pregnant women, it is as safe as it is for everyone else (in that there are always minimal risks for allergies or complications). In fact, fetuses are likely to share in some of those antibodies and immunity after birth from these flu shots (H1N1 included).
Your wife and those doctors scare me. Fear mongers put people at risk and cause people to die.
http://www.flu.gov/myths/index.html
http://www.babycenter.com/404_should-i-get-a-flu-shot-when-im-pregnant_2488.bc
@eatthatpopcorn, I welcome anyone who has reliable medical sources to please let me know how I'm wrong. I would be happy to learn and I always keep an open mind.
Mahalo has a page that provides more information on How to Get a Swine Flu Vaccine When Pregnant. The CDC recommends that all pregnant women get vaccinated, because pregnancy increases the risk for complications if you get swine flu. The CDC recommendations do not place limits on vaccination by trimester.
source(s):
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu/clinician_pregnant.htm
http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-get-a-swine-flu-vaccine-when-pregnant
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu/clinician_pregnant.htm
http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-get-a-swine-flu-vaccine-when-pregnant
voted helpful: lauriem, ninakat, buddawiggi
Yes, all pregnant women should get it.
CDC's point person for this new strain of flu virus, Dr. Anne Schuchat has told reporters that pregnant women are “disproportionately” affected by this virus and that they have a fourfold increase of being hospitalized compared with the general population.
The H1N1 virus is causing worse complications and severe infections in pregnant women, Schuchat said.
A study published in the medical journal The Lancet found that pregnant women are more likely to die from this virus and that vaccinating them is one important step to prevent such serious complications.
CDC's point person for this new strain of flu virus, Dr. Anne Schuchat has told reporters that pregnant women are “disproportionately” affected by this virus and that they have a fourfold increase of being hospitalized compared with the general population.
The H1N1 virus is causing worse complications and severe infections in pregnant women, Schuchat said.
A study published in the medical journal The Lancet found that pregnant women are more likely to die from this virus and that vaccinating them is one important step to prevent such serious complications.
source(s):
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=111320170
http://pagingdrgupta.blogs.cnn.com/2009/08/05/swine-flu-vaccine-for-pregnan...
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=111320170
http://pagingdrgupta.blogs.cnn.com/2009/08/05/swine-flu-vaccine-for-pregnan...
voted helpful: gno, buddawiggi
voted unhelpful: eatthatpopcorn
Voted as best: kaiote
Does not this mean they are also very likely to have adverse reactions to the flu shot?
@eatthatpopcorn:
Such as....? (Sources, please.)
Such as....? (Sources, please.)
All pregnant women can take the Swine flu shot, but not the inhalant Vaccine. Because the Inhalant has active viruses, while the shot has inactive ones. :D
Personally, I wouldn't take it because it's new and no one knows the side effects if any.
But It's really a personal choice. For pregnant women however, they have to think really hard about this. You can decide to not take any flu vaccine but there is also the danger of the flu.
Personally, I wouldn't take it because it's new and no one knows the side effects if any.
But It's really a personal choice. For pregnant women however, they have to think really hard about this. You can decide to not take any flu vaccine but there is also the danger of the flu.
voted helpful: eatthatpopcorn
No! The premise behind any flu shot is to inject a little bit of the flu into your body, and hopefully your body will fight it off and build an immunity to that year's flu.
However, pregnant women may not be strong enough to fight off the flu. Even if they are, perhaps some of the flu will be transferred to the baby, who is certainly not strong enough to handle it.
This year I got the flu shot, and it gave me the flu. This has happened to me before, and it is not uncommon at all. Should a pregnant woman risk getting sick or their baby getting sick? Nope.
Instead, pregnant women should wash their hands, get plenty of sleep, and try to avoid contact with sick people. Avoid places where there are lots of people and germs. Don't touch your face, mouth, or eyes; and always wash your hands before eating!
However, pregnant women may not be strong enough to fight off the flu. Even if they are, perhaps some of the flu will be transferred to the baby, who is certainly not strong enough to handle it.
This year I got the flu shot, and it gave me the flu. This has happened to me before, and it is not uncommon at all. Should a pregnant woman risk getting sick or their baby getting sick? Nope.
Instead, pregnant women should wash their hands, get plenty of sleep, and try to avoid contact with sick people. Avoid places where there are lots of people and germs. Don't touch your face, mouth, or eyes; and always wash your hands before eating!
Not true. 100% false.
The flu vaccine shot CANNOT give you the flu.
What you are injected with is a KILLED virus. Dead. The only type of vaccination that can give you the flu is if they used a live/weakened virus which is only done with the nasal spray version of the vaccine (which I personally would never get).
I don't doubt you got sick right after the shot. But what your experienced was an unfortunate coincidence and probably not even influenza. It was probably a cold.
Now, what does this mean for fetuses? They too CANNOT catch the flu from a vaccination of killed virus. If you are going to make claims like "...perhaps some of the flu will be transferred to the baby, who is certainly not strong enough to handle it...", realize that what you are peddling is panic and you should back up such claims with real medical sources, please. (This is why I rated this answer "unhelpful".)
What risks ARE associated with flu shots are nothing like what you are speculating above. For more information, please visit my sources below.
For better learning (knowledge is power!):
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http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/misconceptions.htm
http://www.kidsgrowth.com/resources/articledetail.cfm?id=1700
http://health.discovery.com/centers/coldsflu/ultguideflu/flushot.html
The flu vaccine shot CANNOT give you the flu.
What you are injected with is a KILLED virus. Dead. The only type of vaccination that can give you the flu is if they used a live/weakened virus which is only done with the nasal spray version of the vaccine (which I personally would never get).
I don't doubt you got sick right after the shot. But what your experienced was an unfortunate coincidence and probably not even influenza. It was probably a cold.
Now, what does this mean for fetuses? They too CANNOT catch the flu from a vaccination of killed virus. If you are going to make claims like "...perhaps some of the flu will be transferred to the baby, who is certainly not strong enough to handle it...", realize that what you are peddling is panic and you should back up such claims with real medical sources, please. (This is why I rated this answer "unhelpful".)
What risks ARE associated with flu shots are nothing like what you are speculating above. For more information, please visit my sources below.
For better learning (knowledge is power!):
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http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/misconceptions.htm
http://www.kidsgrowth.com/resources/articledetail.cfm?id=1700
http://health.discovery.com/centers/coldsflu/ultguideflu/flushot.html
Like what @gno said.
You both obviously don't understand a simple medical principle.
This is not one isolated incident. It has happened before (to me and family), and I hear about it happening a lot.
I had all the symptoms of a flu, including a fever of 103.
@gno There's nobody's peddling fear like you are, "Fear mongers put people at risk and cause people to die."
This is not one isolated incident. It has happened before (to me and family), and I hear about it happening a lot.
I had all the symptoms of a flu, including a fever of 103.
@gno There's nobody's peddling fear like you are, "Fear mongers put people at risk and cause people to die."
I can't refute what's been refuted as I have no source, but I HAVE become sick after getting shots. Whether that was from the actual shot, I couldn't prove and don't know but in her defense I have experienced it.
@Gno's incorrect notion that the flu shot is a dead virus and can not cause any harm to a person is blatant ignorance.
Getting ill after the flu shot is not uncommon! Getting disabled from the flu shot is, however, uncommon. That said, here's an example http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEN5KGwNGeo
Getting ill after the flu shot is not uncommon! Getting disabled from the flu shot is, however, uncommon. That said, here's an example http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEN5KGwNGeo
@eatthatpopcorn, If I am wrong about the vaccine containing killed virus, please prove me wrong! Provide a *credible* medical source. I welcome it!
And by the way, getting colds (which can produce fevers), is very common during cold & flu season when you would normally get vaccinations. What you are describing is physically impossible.
Trust me, I know a few things about vaccines. My mother is a polio survivor and we have spent our lives learning and educating about the benefits and protection of vaccines. Being a paraplegic, we have to be CERTAIN that you cannot get the flu from the vaccine. And we are.
And by the way, getting colds (which can produce fevers), is very common during cold & flu season when you would normally get vaccinations. What you are describing is physically impossible.
Trust me, I know a few things about vaccines. My mother is a polio survivor and we have spent our lives learning and educating about the benefits and protection of vaccines. Being a paraplegic, we have to be CERTAIN that you cannot get the flu from the vaccine. And we are.
@gno Once again you fail to grasp my point. Whether it is a dead virus or not is irrelevant. It still can harm you.
I'm not against vaccines as a whole, but why would a pregnant woman want to risk it with the H1N1 shot? It's the first one of it's kind, and there's not very much research of it yet.
I'm not against vaccines as a whole, but why would a pregnant woman want to risk it with the H1N1 shot? It's the first one of it's kind, and there's not very much research of it yet.
Well I've done my best with medical and scientific evidence to convince you it IS safe and tested. And no, it can't harm you.
But if I can't convince you the sky isn't orange and the grass isn't purple, then we'll just have to disagree. I wish you good health!
But if I can't convince you the sky isn't orange and the grass isn't purple, then we'll just have to disagree. I wish you good health!
Well you ignored all my valid points and examples of flu vaccines harming people. Especially considering it's the first version of this H1N1 shot, I wouldn't risk the life of a baby on it.
I would advise that pregnant women receive both the seasonal and H1N1 vaccine.
The Centers for Disease Control have voiced concern that pregnant women who contract the H1N1 virus appear to be at greater risk for complications than pregnant women who contract seasonal influenza. Therefore, they advise that pregnant women be immunized.
Six percent of 2009 fatalities in the US have been pregnant women. Pregnant women with H1N1 are more likely to end up in the hospital than nonpregnant patients. I have had patients in my practice contract seasonal influenza, and they often require hospitalization for at least I.V. rehydration, but also for reactive airway issues (kind of like asthma), and fever management. Bronchitis and pneumonia also are concerns. Preterm labor can occur secondary to dehydration and other factors. Frequent harsh coughing can result in pulled abdominal ligaments, exhaustion, and inability to obtain adequate calories.
I consulted the American College of OB/GYNs (ACOG) website for more information. ACOG provides pregnancy-specific information, along with clinical guidelines and frequent updates for practitioners. They advise that:
1. pregnant women should receive the H1N1 vaccine, but only the injectable version. The nasal spray contains live virus, and theoretically could be dangerous to a pregnant woman,who has a naturally reduced immunity. THe H1N1 vaccine does not contain thimerosal.
2. H1N1 vaccine can be administered at any time in the pregnancy. In the postpartum, breastfeeding women can receive either the injection or spray vaccine.
3. Administration of the vaccine will provide some protection to the newborn (Newborns can't be immunized against H1N1 until they are 6 mos old). A pregnant woman passes her antibodies to her fetus in the 3rd trimester, so she will help her newborn resist the flu if she herself has been given the vaccine. If a woman breastfeeds, she will continue to pass antibodies through her milk. If she gets H1N1, she should wear a mask and wash hands well but continue to breastfeed as she will pass immunity to her baby. She will not pass virus through the breastmilk.
Concern exists because the H1N1 is a new virus with no track record of vaccine safety. However, women have been safely receiving the seasonal flu vaccine for several years. It is important to realize that preparation of H1N1 vaccine is done in the same manner as seasonal flu vaccine, which contains vaccine against 2 strains of flu A and one of flu B. THe H1N1 virus is just another variation of flu A, albeit one that has not previously been seen.
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is conducting H1N1 vaccine clinical trials with pregnant women. The testing started in early September 2009. Initial reports are expected in late October, so you will have more information about safety and efficacy at that time.
The Centers for Disease Control have voiced concern that pregnant women who contract the H1N1 virus appear to be at greater risk for complications than pregnant women who contract seasonal influenza. Therefore, they advise that pregnant women be immunized.
Six percent of 2009 fatalities in the US have been pregnant women. Pregnant women with H1N1 are more likely to end up in the hospital than nonpregnant patients. I have had patients in my practice contract seasonal influenza, and they often require hospitalization for at least I.V. rehydration, but also for reactive airway issues (kind of like asthma), and fever management. Bronchitis and pneumonia also are concerns. Preterm labor can occur secondary to dehydration and other factors. Frequent harsh coughing can result in pulled abdominal ligaments, exhaustion, and inability to obtain adequate calories.
I consulted the American College of OB/GYNs (ACOG) website for more information. ACOG provides pregnancy-specific information, along with clinical guidelines and frequent updates for practitioners. They advise that:
1. pregnant women should receive the H1N1 vaccine, but only the injectable version. The nasal spray contains live virus, and theoretically could be dangerous to a pregnant woman,who has a naturally reduced immunity. THe H1N1 vaccine does not contain thimerosal.
2. H1N1 vaccine can be administered at any time in the pregnancy. In the postpartum, breastfeeding women can receive either the injection or spray vaccine.
3. Administration of the vaccine will provide some protection to the newborn (Newborns can't be immunized against H1N1 until they are 6 mos old). A pregnant woman passes her antibodies to her fetus in the 3rd trimester, so she will help her newborn resist the flu if she herself has been given the vaccine. If a woman breastfeeds, she will continue to pass antibodies through her milk. If she gets H1N1, she should wear a mask and wash hands well but continue to breastfeed as she will pass immunity to her baby. She will not pass virus through the breastmilk.
Concern exists because the H1N1 is a new virus with no track record of vaccine safety. However, women have been safely receiving the seasonal flu vaccine for several years. It is important to realize that preparation of H1N1 vaccine is done in the same manner as seasonal flu vaccine, which contains vaccine against 2 strains of flu A and one of flu B. THe H1N1 virus is just another variation of flu A, albeit one that has not previously been seen.
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is conducting H1N1 vaccine clinical trials with pregnant women. The testing started in early September 2009. Initial reports are expected in late October, so you will have more information about safety and efficacy at that time.
source(s):
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu/vaccination/pregnant_qa.htm
http://www.acog.org/departments/dept_notice.cfm?recno=20&bulletin=4866
http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/news/QA/H1N1pregnanttrials.htm
Plus 30 years nursing and nurse midwifery experience
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu/vaccination/pregnant_qa.htm
http://www.acog.org/departments/dept_notice.cfm?recno=20&bulletin=4866
http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/news/QA/H1N1pregnanttrials.htm
Plus 30 years nursing and nurse midwifery experience
voted helpful: buddawiggi, gno
voted unhelpful: unwirklich, eatthatpopcorn
http://www.physorg.com/news172252051.html
The vaccine DOES contain thimerosal, though they are working on producing a version that does not. The current dose available does. :)
The vaccine DOES contain thimerosal, though they are working on producing a version that does not. The current dose available does. :)
Unwirklich: Thanks for your comment about Thimerosol. You bring up an important issue. Read this from the CDC:
"Does the 2009 H1N1 flu shot have mercury in it?
There is no evidence that thimerosal (a mercury preservative in vaccine that comes in multi-dose vials) is harmful to a pregnant woman or a fetus. However, because some women are concerned about thimerosal during pregnancy, vaccine companies are making preservative-free seasonal flu vaccine and 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine in single dose syringes for pregnant women and small children. CDC advises pregnant women to get flu shots either with or without thimerosal."
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu/vaccination/pregnant_qa.htm
The H1N1 vaccine is available preservative-free (assuming you can even find vaccine- it is in short supply, as you know). It is common practice for agencies to be sent vaccine with and without thimerosol.
If you are pregnant, you should be offered the thimerosol-free shot. However, if thimerosol concerns you, ask specifically for it to be sure you get the preservative free shot.
"Does the 2009 H1N1 flu shot have mercury in it?
There is no evidence that thimerosal (a mercury preservative in vaccine that comes in multi-dose vials) is harmful to a pregnant woman or a fetus. However, because some women are concerned about thimerosal during pregnancy, vaccine companies are making preservative-free seasonal flu vaccine and 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine in single dose syringes for pregnant women and small children. CDC advises pregnant women to get flu shots either with or without thimerosal."
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu/vaccination/pregnant_qa.htm
The H1N1 vaccine is available preservative-free (assuming you can even find vaccine- it is in short supply, as you know). It is common practice for agencies to be sent vaccine with and without thimerosol.
If you are pregnant, you should be offered the thimerosol-free shot. However, if thimerosol concerns you, ask specifically for it to be sure you get the preservative free shot.
Yes, pregnant women should get vaccinated, regardless of trimester.
For some people there might be a teeny-tiny risk with the vaccine, akin to someone having an allergy, but it's nothing compared to the risk of getting a full-blown flu.
Keep in mind that the vaccine is just a chopped up virus, meant to trigger the immune system into making antibodies against the virus... not the fetus, and those chopped up pieces of virus can't hurt the fetus.
However, a full, living virus *can* infect the fetus, in which case, the mother's body is still going to be working to make antibodies which it always does anyway, with or without a fetus, and regardless of trimester.
So, with vaccine means the fetus gets to see a new antibody show up on the scene while developing, and without vaccine means the fetus gets to see a new antibody show up on the scene *after* having had the flu itself!
Which scenario do you think might have more effect on fetal development?
Get the flu shot.
For some people there might be a teeny-tiny risk with the vaccine, akin to someone having an allergy, but it's nothing compared to the risk of getting a full-blown flu.
Keep in mind that the vaccine is just a chopped up virus, meant to trigger the immune system into making antibodies against the virus... not the fetus, and those chopped up pieces of virus can't hurt the fetus.
However, a full, living virus *can* infect the fetus, in which case, the mother's body is still going to be working to make antibodies which it always does anyway, with or without a fetus, and regardless of trimester.
So, with vaccine means the fetus gets to see a new antibody show up on the scene while developing, and without vaccine means the fetus gets to see a new antibody show up on the scene *after* having had the flu itself!
Which scenario do you think might have more effect on fetal development?
Get the flu shot.
My mid wife suggested I take both the Swine flu vaccine and the regular flu shot today. I am 26 weeks. I refused. None of the facts here are incorrect that have been sourced by others, however, you may find this interesting..
http://www.doh.wa.gov/Publicat/2009_news/09-154.htm
Now wait a minute, why is there a limit in the first place if it's perfectly safe for pregnant women?
http://www.fda.gov/BiologicsBloodVaccines/vaccines/QuestionsaboutVaccines/ucm070430.htm
"The fetus is considered more sensitive to health effects of methylmercury than adults. In recent years some studies have found adverse health effects of methylmercury at levels previously thought to be safe."
"It is important to note that the preservative thimerosal contains ethylmercury."
Long read short, the new vaccine contains increased rather than decreased levels of Thimerosal. Studies are inconclusive on the effects of Thimerosal. especially to the unborn fetus and small children.
Being that I know someone personally whose child is thought to be a case of autism brought on by Thimerosal containing shots I am not about to risk harming my unborn child to increase my chances of not getting the flu.
I won't be taking it, and neither will my 13 month old son.
You can however get a Thimerosal-free regular old flu shot, and then combat it by natural methods.
Resources for naturally combating the flu while pregnant: (note: not all links are spefically for pregnant women, in the case of any herbal or vitamin supplements suggested ALWAYS consult your doctor or midwife)
http://www.pregnancytoday.com/articles/pregnancy-nutrition-and-recipes/fighting-the-flu-naturally-while-pregnant-1900/
http://www.naturalnews.com/019194.html
Treating the flu naturally:
http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/9-tips-to-treat-colds-and-flu-the-natural-way
http://www.doh.wa.gov/Publicat/2009_news/09-154.htm
Now wait a minute, why is there a limit in the first place if it's perfectly safe for pregnant women?
http://www.fda.gov/BiologicsBloodVaccines/vaccines/QuestionsaboutVaccines/ucm070430.htm
"The fetus is considered more sensitive to health effects of methylmercury than adults. In recent years some studies have found adverse health effects of methylmercury at levels previously thought to be safe."
"It is important to note that the preservative thimerosal contains ethylmercury."
Long read short, the new vaccine contains increased rather than decreased levels of Thimerosal. Studies are inconclusive on the effects of Thimerosal. especially to the unborn fetus and small children.
Being that I know someone personally whose child is thought to be a case of autism brought on by Thimerosal containing shots I am not about to risk harming my unborn child to increase my chances of not getting the flu.
I won't be taking it, and neither will my 13 month old son.
You can however get a Thimerosal-free regular old flu shot, and then combat it by natural methods.
Resources for naturally combating the flu while pregnant: (note: not all links are spefically for pregnant women, in the case of any herbal or vitamin supplements suggested ALWAYS consult your doctor or midwife)
http://www.pregnancytoday.com/articles/pregnancy-nutrition-and-recipes/fighting-the-flu-naturally-while-pregnant-1900/
http://www.naturalnews.com/019194.html
Treating the flu naturally:
http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/9-tips-to-treat-colds-and-flu-the-natural-way
I think it really depends on how you feel about the vaccination. In theory, it would be a good idea; although, I personally would not get it while I was pregnant. It is a new vaccine, and it was rushed on to the market, so I am really not sure how thoroughly it was tested. I think that you should rely on your instincts. If you think you have a high chance of getting swine flu, for example, you are a teacher, a doctor, or something of that sort, you should probably get it. If you stay at home, I wouldn't bother, I wouldn't think it would be worth the risk to your baby if you dont have much of a chance of getting it anyway.
Voted as best: unwirklich
One As it Happens on CBC Radio tonight there was an interview with Aubrey Updike, a Florida woman who contracted swine flu in June, ended up in a medically induced coma and unfortunately lost her baby. The interview wih her starts at about the 10:15 of the way through the segment. Before that is a discussion about the risks and benefits of immunizing pregnant women starting at approx. 1:45.
voted helpful: midwife58, eatthatpopcorn
Swine Flue attacks on people having poor immunity. Mostly after giving birth to child, immunity of woman is less. I'm from India and just 2 days before I read in newspaper the same case. A woman died due to swine flue which given birth to child 2 weeks before. If woman has poor immunity, she can get swine flue during pregnancy too. Upto what month, depends. There is no relation of months and flue.
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To quote BabyCenter.com:
"According to those experts, the new H1N1 (swine flu) vaccine is very similar to the seasonal flu vaccine. It's made in the same way by the same company, employing the same process and the same facilities used to make the seasonal flu vaccine, which has been used safely for decades. It's simply a different strain of the influenza virus that's being targeted."
I respect your decision not to get it. But personally, if I found out tomorrow I was pregnant, then I'd be first in line. Women who contract Swine Flu are the ones with some of the most severe cases, a lot of deaths. Much moreso than with seasonal flu.
You and your wife might be very interested to read this article:
http://www.babycenter.com/0_swine-flu-vaccine-and-pregnancy_10318693.bc
Now my MOM on the other hand called all worried, "Stephen," says she, "Make sure ye both get the swine flu vaccine! Do the right thing far yer boy."