A Case For Vaccines During Pregnancy

I recently heard a Radiolab episode about the placenta.

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By Stephanie Cornwell, Editorial Assistant I recently heard a Radiolab episode about the placenta. Despite being essential to fetal development, it turns out the pregnant person's body is at war with the placenta until the baby is born. Cool, right?   Speaking of cool things, let's talk about some good news regarding vaccination during pregnancy. Today's Top Story COVID Vaccine During Pregnancy Protects Babies When the COVID vaccines came out, there was a lot of uncertainty regarding their effects on pregnancy and fertility. However, recent data from the CDC shows that babies born to a person who was fully vaccinated while pregnant are 61% less likely to be hospitalized with COVID.   Researchers say antibodies from the vaccine are transferred across the placenta to the fetus. This immunity only lasts for three to six months after birth.   It's unclear when during pregnancy is the ideal time to get vaccinated, but protection appears stronger when people receive both shots later in their pregnancy. Know More The immunity from the vaccine that is passed to a baby usually wanes between three to six months after birth. This is normal. The antibodies inherited from the parent are metabolized and slowly disappear. That's why it's still important to limit the amount of people exposed to a newborn. Feel Better The CDC has affirmed that the COVID vaccines are safe for pregnant people and do not cause complications. Most COVID hospitalizations these days are among the unvaccinated, so experts urge all pregnant people to get their shots for themselves and their babies. READ MORE Eating Flavonoid-Rich Foods May Help People With Parkinson's Live Longer A new study found that eating foods high in plant compounds called flavonoids may help reduce the risk of developing Parkinson's disease or experiencing early death from it. Colorful fruits and vegetables such as blueberries, purple potatoes, citrus fruits, apples, tea, cacao, and legumes are all flavonoid-rich. Thanks to their anti-inflammatory effects, these foods are great additions to any diet. READ MORE 7 Ways to Ease Seasonal Depression Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), or seasonal depression, is usually triggered by a change in sunlight. Therefore, things like light therapy or taking vitamin D supplements are often recommended to combat it. Learn what other tips experts suggest for combating seasonal depression, and when it might be time to pay your doctor a visit. READ MORE     In an interview with Verywell, Kathleen Antony, MD, explains that babies may not be ready to return to pre-COVID life. Limiting the number of people in contact [with], handling, holding, and snuggling the baby can be helpful. Kathleen Antony, MD Associate professor of maternal-fetal medicine, University of Wisconsin Hospital   In Other News   ■ Ukraine, Russia Envoys Talk Under Shadow of Nuclear Threat. AP News     ■ The Five-Day Workweek Is Dying. The Atlantic     ■ Why Do I Wake Up With a Headache? The New York Times More From Verywell Symptoms of Thyroid Eye Disease READ MORE Is Gatorade Good for You? READ MORE How Diet May Affect Colorectal Cancer Risk in Black Communities READ MORE   How'd we do? If you have any feedback, send us a note at   feedback@verywell.com.       You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Verywell Health newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here.   A DOTDASH MEREDITH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005   © 2022 verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy