At GEMS, we make sure that all our women patients who are pregnant or want to conceive are up to date on their immunizations as they may be susceptible to diseases that can harm them or their unborn child.

Our doctors talk to them to figure out which vaccines they might need and whether they should get them during pregnancy or wait until after their child is born.

Not all vaccinations are safe to get during pregnancy. Here’s a chart to help you know when you can get certain vaccinations if you need them.