Whooping cough & flu immunisation... for pregnant women


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t’s recommended that all pregnant women, whatever their stage of pregnancy, have the flu vaccine to help protect themselves and their babies.


Pregnant women benefit from the flu vaccine because it:


• reduces your risk of serious complications such as pneumonia


• reduces your risk of having a baby born too early or with a low birth weight


• helps protect your baby who will continue to have some immunity to flu during the first few months of life


• helps protect other children in the household


The flu vaccine changes every year to fight the latest strains of flu, so even if you had a jab before you need another one this year.


It’s also advised that all pregnant women who are 28-38 weeks pregnant should have the whooping cough vaccine to help protect their babies from getting the disease.


Whooping cough (pertussis) is a serious infection that causes long bursts of coughing and choking, making it hard to breathe. The ‘whoop’ is caused by gasping for breath after each bout of cough- ing, though babies don’t always make this noise. When you are vaccinated, the antibodies your body produces pass to your baby through the placenta and help protect your baby until they can start their own whooping cough vaccination course at two months.


For further information contact your midwife, health visitor, GP, or go to NHS Choices at www.nhs.uk


Pre-Natal Massage & Relaxation


At The Mind Spa we believe that there’s a strong link between physical and emotional well-being which is heightened during pregnancy.


Our aim is to provide safe, comfortable and effective pre and post natal massage and relaxation in our tranquil therapy room. We are specialist trained and fully insured and equipped with height adjustable couches and the innovative Comfy Client Cushion to provide the ultimate in comfort and gently support both you and baby throughout your treatments.


Feel your aches and pains melt away and tension ease as we pamper you at this most special time.


To discuss your requirements or book an appointment


please call: 07939 052159 • Gift Vouchers Available Twitter @Mindspasolihull Facebook.com/mindspasolihull


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