July 18, 2025
Why is the Tdap vaccine important in pregnancy?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
TL;DR: Tdap is a booster vaccine for tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis. A booster shot is an extra shot that keeps your immunity up. Guidelines suggest getting a booster every ten years. Getting a booster while pregnant can help protect your baby from pertussis, commonly called whooping cough, which can be deadly to babies. Tdap is Read more…
TL;DR: Tdap is a booster vaccine for tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis. A booster shot is an extra shot that keeps your immunity up. Guidelines suggest getting a booster every ten years. Getting a booster while pregnant can help protect your baby from pertussis, commonly called whooping cough, which can be deadly to babies. Tdap is Read more…