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Flu season!!

I work at a hospital and I know the flu shot is almost necessary especially this time of year but I'm  terrified to be injecting my son! I'm 33 weeks.  Any knowledge on the flu vaccination while pregnant?
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Probably more necessary for you with you working at a hospital.  This is my second pregnancy with my second winter baby I've never had a flu shot and have always been fine:)
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^ that's whay my Dr said also! Its not harmful at all actually benefits the baby I'd think since mamas chances of flu are slimmer with the shot :)
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My doctor told me is helps the baby and will not harm it. She highly recommened it
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Thanks! Is there any possible way it could harm the baby?
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I had it done when I was pregnant with my daughter. And I will be getting it again this pregnancy! I think its a good idea just so you don't get sick or get the flu and expose it to your baby . Just my opinion tho :)
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