Vaccination can protect you and your baby from harmful disease. Find out what you need and when.
Some vaccines are important to get before you get pregnant. Check that you are protected with the recommended vaccinations or speak to your doctor. A simple blood test can show if you are up-to-date with:
Vaccines recommended during pregnancy are safe and effective for you and your baby.
After you are vaccinated, your antibodies pass to your unborn baby in the womb. This protects you and them against these diseases and their complications.
Free for pregnant women*. Recommended for every pregnancy.
Free for pregnant women*. Recommended for every pregnancy
*Some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Ask your doctor, midwife, or pharmacist if this applies to you.
Keep up to date with recommended vaccines after your baby is born. It is safe for you to receive most routine vaccinations immediately after you give birth, even if you are breastfeeding. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about what vaccines you may need.
On-time vaccination is your baby's best protection against preventable and serious diseases. All vaccines given to children in Australia are carefully tested and monitored to make sure they are safe and effective.
Vaccinations can be provided by:
Find a service provider
Speak to a maternal child health nurse on 1800 882 436 7am to midnight, every day.
For concerns about infections and vaccinations during pregnancy call Mothersafe:
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