Women's health podcast series: vaccinations in pregnancy
About the podcast
Vaccination recommendations during pregnancy continue to evolve, and it’s essential for GPs to stay informed about the latest guidance to best protect both mother and baby. This episode provides an update on current vaccination recommendations, including influenza, pertussis, COVID-19, and the newer RSV vaccine. We’ll cover optimal timing for each vaccine and discuss emerging guidelines around RSV vaccination, including considerations for newborns. This practical update aims to equip GPs with the knowledge needed to confidently advise pregnant patients about vaccination safety and schedules.
Resources
- AusVaxSafety: https://www.ausvaxsafety.org.au/national-immunisation-program-schedule-vaccines/pregnant-people-schedule-point
- NCIRS Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunisation: https://ncirs.org.au/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-immunisation
- NCIRS State and territory nirsevimab (Beyfortus) infant program summary 2025: https://ncirs.org.au/media/1218
- SKAI: https://skai.org.au/pregnancy-and-newborn
Rebecca is a Sydney-based GP with a special interest in women’s health across the ages, including contraception, antenatal care, and menopause. Over the past 10 years, she has worked across various general practices and specialised reproductive and sexual health settings. Alongside her clinical work, she is a medical educator with both the RACGP and Medcast, and has been actively involved in registrar education and training for the past five years.
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