This sheet is about exposure to the Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis? Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis are diseases caused by bacteria. Tetanus causes tightening of the muscles and painful muscle spasms. Even with good medical care, 10-20% of …
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the HPV vaccine during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is HPV? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common infection that is passed by skin-to-skin sexual contact. There are over 200 different kinds of HPV. At least half of all sexually active people have been exposed to at least one type of HPV. Most people will have no symptoms of HPV infection …
Mpox/Smallpox Vaccine (JYNNEOS™)
This sheet is about exposure to the JYNNEOS™ mpox/smallpox vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is mpox (formerly known as monkeypox)? Mpox is an illness caused by a virus. The virus belongs to a group of viruses called orthopoxviruses. The virus spreads from person to person through body fluids. The virus can also pass from a …
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is measles, mumps, and rubella? Measles, mumps, and rubella are viral diseases that are mostly spread from person to person through coughing and sneezing. Measles can cause rash, high fever, cough, runny nose, and red watery …
Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the varicella vaccine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is varicella (chickenpox)? Varicella, commonly called chickenpox, is a viral infection that usually happens in childhood, but can happen anytime in life. Chickenpox is very contagious, meaning it can spread easily from person to person. The best way to …
