As an evidenced based profession, guidance follows the very latest evidence in medicine.  Previously there was insufficient evidence to recommend vaccinating pregnant women.

Swansea Bay NHS have released information regarding COVID-19 Vaccination for Pregnant women.

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The Covid vaccine is now recommended for all pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy.
But before you have your first vaccination:
? We advise you to read the latest information from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), which can be found on their website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/covid-vaccine The RCOG has also produced an information sheet and decision aid which can be found here https://www.rcog.org.uk/…/2021-02-24-combined-info…
? If you’ve been sent an appointment letter or want to reschedule a missed appointment, ring the booking team on 01792 200492 or 01639 862323 to arrange to have the Pfizer vaccine.
? Need more support and advice? Contact your local midwifery team or consultant if consultant-led.
? Go to this page on our website for the contact details for the community midwifery teams and the answers to many frequently asked questions. https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/go/covid-vaccine-and-pregnancy/