Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine & Pregnancy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the RSV vaccine when I am pregnant?
Yes, pregnant women can receive the RSV vaccine.

Is there a specific time during my pregnancy that I should get the RSV vaccine?
The vaccine is suggested between 32 and 0/7 weeks of pregnancy and 36 and 6/7 weeks of pregnancy. How does RSV affect my pregnancy? The RSV vaccine is still fairly new, and more information about it and pregnancy will certainly be forthcoming.

Currently, the vaccine is considered safe during pregnancy and beneficial for newborn babies. For women who do not receive the vaccine during pregnancy, their newborns would be eligible for a monoclonal antibody injection for protection against RSV. This can be given to babies shortly after birth.

Can I give RSV to my baby?
Unfortunately, if a woman does have RSV, she can pass this on to her baby after birth. Babies cannot get RSV from the vaccine.