For The Pregnant Ladies - Will you be getting the H1N1 vaccine?

[dnikki0928]

As you are all aware of the H1N1 flu (or swine flu), Doctors and researchers are stating that kids and pregnant woman are top priority in getting this vaccine - they are also saying it really isn't affecting the elderly population. But that pregnant woman are much encouraged to get this vaccine when it becomes available. Me, I basically work in the healthcare world - I'm a Massage Therapist and I come into contact with many people throughout a given day. So, with it being a new vaccine and all, will you be getting the vaccine? What are your thoughts?

[Victoria01]

I'm not getting it. It is too new for me to trust. When I got my ultrasound last week I talk to my doctor about it. She said that yes, she has to offer it to her patients, but she will NOT tell them they should or shouldn't get it. I also asked her if she was pregnant, would she do it. She said NO. It was enough for me.

[GMB08]

i agree dnikki....i just want some guidance.....i mean its scary for everybody..especially those that are pg......

[Linzola1]

Good Call Nikki

[dnikki0928]

First off, I wanted people's opinions on this topic...Thank you all for telling me how you feel but please QUIT criticizing one another for their beliefs!! This was NOT intended to become an argument!

[lavenderinscence]

well, since there IS a link between mercury and autism (that is why DOCTORS tell you not to eat fish that contain large amounts of mercury while pregnant), it has been documented that the SWINE FLU vaccine in particular has VERY high amounts of mercury ... it follows logically that if exposed to high levels of mercury (regardless of the source) you increase the risk of autism and mental retardation in your children. Why take the added risk? it's not worth it, the swine flu is unlikely to kill you in the first place. I pity you all who swallow advice without ever thinking for yourself or your progeny. For the love of God, do some research.

[GMB08]

i am a highschool teacher...ill be 11 weeks pg 2m....and i dont know whether or not i will get the flu shot...the scary thing about h1n1 vaccine is the fact that our nurse said it is not fda approved...maybe it will be..who knows...and the side effects are unknown....side effects..to me are bad enough......not knowing or being aware of the possible ones..........make me ill.....she said it should be ready about oct 15...univ of pitt..carnegie mellon already have cases..as well as ohio schools..and flordia...and its not even flu season.....i am confused...and never got the flu shot..so i dont know if i will get that either.....