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The flu vaccine is considered one of the safe vaccines during pregnancy and is recommended for pregnant women because they are more likely to suffer from complications of influenza compared to non-pregnant women. It is recommended to take the vaccine annually in the winter season between September and February.
As for the benefits of the flu vaccine for pregnancy, they are:
Preventing influenza and its complications, as influenza infection increases the likelihood of hospital admission for the pregnant woman
Avoiding complications related to the health of the fetus, as the fever that accompanies influenza infection may lead to birth defects in the fetus
Protecting the baby from influenza infection after birth