The need for protection changes during pregnancy. By vaccinating yourself, you protect both yourself and your baby – your baby receives antibodies from you already during pregnancy.
Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
When? Weeks 16–38
About the protection: The baby receives antibodies that protect during the first six months of life. Given as a combination vaccine (also against tetanus and diphtheria).
Where? All our clinics and the Fästingbussen (The Tick Bus).
Good to know: Other adults who will be in close contact with the baby can also get vaccinated to reduce the risk of infection.
Influenza (Flu)
When? Recommended from week 13 (gestational week 12+0)
About the protection: Protects both you and your baby against seasonal influenza.
Where? All our clinicsRespiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
When? Weeks 30–36
About the protection: Provides the baby with antibodies that protect against RSV during the first months of life.
Where? All our clinicsProtection against RSV for infants
From 10 September 2025: All infants in Sweden are offered free protection with monoclonal antibodies through maternity care.
After 10 September 2025: Pregnant women can still choose vaccination (according to the price list).
Note: Do not combine the RSV vaccine with other vaccines – allow at least 14 days between vaccinations.
Travel Vaccinations
We have extensive experience with travel vaccinations during pregnancy.
Book a consultation well in advance – certain vaccines and destinations require extra consideration.Important: We advise against non-essential travel to areas with a high risk of malaria during pregnancy.
