Flu Jab??

[lovemybabyboy]

Just wondered if it is safe to get the flu/swine flu jab in early pregnancy?
I am a nurse so normally get it every year in work!
Dont know whether I should get it or not. I am about 5+2 wks.

[Ellypoo]

I thought that it was after 12 weeks that they offered it, but I'm not sure, sorry - not much help!

[HavingALittleFaithBaby]

Yes in fact they actively encourage you to have it! They keep telling me I should when I've already had it. Flu when pregnant puts both you and baby at significant risk. All I'd say is I felt particularly tired after mine because I was pregnant and to bear it in mind!

[BonaDea]

Don't think it matters when you have it, but why not make an appointment with GP then ask?

[HavingALittleFaithBaby]

this link should help

[tasmaniandevilchaser]

I understand your thoughts, I normally get mine at work too but wanted to wait until the 12 wk scan. Unfortunately I still haven't had it as I got pneumonia the day after the scan.

It was very frightening to be that ill and pg. I couldn't face getting the flu as well, so I am very keen to have the flu jab but I'm still not well enough. I think the benefits far outweigh the risks.

[SevenElvesAndAReindeer]

I agree with others, getting flu whilst pregnant puts you at a higher risk of going on to develop further complications. Definitely worth getting IMO.

[mysterymeg]

I'm officially 11+ 5 but more likely to be around the 5 week mark and am getting it tomorrow.

Doc said as soon as possible is best in pregnancy.

[ZuleikaD]

Yes - get it as soon as possible.

[Dillydollydaydream]

When I saw my MW at booking in visit she advised I have the flu jab, also the whooping cough one later on.

[xmasevebundle]

I have just got the flu jab today and im 34 weeks

[Jenjen85]

When I went to the doctors to confirm my pregnancy at 4wks (now 6+2) she gave me the flu jab there an then. She said it has no effects on baby and it was better to have it sooner than later as getting flu during pregnancy can be dangerous

[PeppaTwig]

I just had it on Saturday and it hasn't made me any more tired than usual and I know it's definitely encouraged in pregnancy. (I'm 39weeks btw)