1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Flu

  4. Can lactating mothers take covid vaccine

Can lactating mothers take covid vaccine

2021-05-05 17:46:31
Hi, I have a baby of 1 year. And want to know, if I want to take covid vaccine, Do I need to stop breastfeeding to my baby or can I take vaccine while lactation.. ?
63 Views

Answers (5)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
No dont take it

Answered2021-05-05 18:05:50

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+170
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Indian vaccination till date not recommended for lactating mother But if you are Frontline worker or come in high risk group or frequently come in contact with covid patient Take a personal call take a vaccine put baby on other food

Answered2021-05-05 18:46:23

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

As per latest guidelines vaccination in breastfeeding women is not contraindicated. Since you're not exclusively breastfeeding, you can take the vaccine.

Answered2021-05-05 18:03:55

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Not advised

Answered2021-05-05 17:53:44

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Right now in our country vaccination is not given to pregnant and lactating mothers..

Answered2021-05-05 17:51:52

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

8 FAQs About Cervical Cancer Vaccine (HPV Vaccine)

Dr.Neha Gupta

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that involves your cervix (the lowermost part of your uterus). It is the fourth most ... Read more

Does My Child Need a Flu Vaccine?

Dr.Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Being an ENT Specialist with a considerable Paediatric practice, I am frequently asked by parents whether their child ne ... Read more

14 Vaccines Which Can Save Your Life

Dr.Anirban Biswas

Influenza (Flu) - 1 dose annuallyDepending on the severity of circulating strains, the flu kills between 3,000 and 49,00 ... Read more

Is There a Connection Between Vaccines and Autism?

Mr.Rishi Pal

No, there is no connection between vaccines and autism.Autism is a condition that affects the brain and makes communicat ... Read more

Vaccine Schedule

Dr.Prajakta Ghare

Vaccines to be given to a newborns or infants:1. Vaccinations to be given at BIRTH:BCGOPVHepatitis B12. Vaccines for 6-w ... Read more

Happy Mothers Day

Dr.Prabha Acharya

It is the best time to show our love and gratitude towards our mothers. Our Mother is one of the most significant person ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Breast feeding mother of 1 year old baby

148 Views
I m 28 years old and breast feeding mother of 1 year old baby. I stitch dresses on electric table top mac ...Read More

Covid Vaccine

145 Views
Hi, Should breast feeding mother take covid vaccine? Is it safe for baby? After how many months of baby ...Read More

Hi doctor my mother suddenly stop talkin

138 Views
Hi doctor my mother suddenly lossed talking for 15mi ofter that came to normal position. She has blood p ...Read More

Lactating mother having cold

110 Views
As a lactating mother having cold, please suggest medicine so that it will not hamper my baby, baby is 20 ...Read More

Lactating mothers covid vaccine

105 Views
Can lactating mothers take vaccine as per icmr. If yes kindly provide me the guideline details attached t ...Read More

Lactating mother

51 Views
Can lactation mother have light or less period My baby is 1 year 8 month old still on lactating I m faci ...Read More

COVID vaccine

60 Views
I had taken COVID vaccine of Pfizer 1 and 2nd dose . I want to take booster dose now. As I am in india I ...Read More

Lactating mother do's and don't

94 Views
My wife is suffering from piles and she is Lactating mother . If she can take Himalaya pile x? If no wha ...Read More

Covid vaccine

78 Views
Doctor i got covid positive jan 18th and recovered to negative jan 30 and now i want to go for vaccine do ...Read More

Covid Shield Vaccine

60 Views
Hi Just need to know that my wife has got premature baby and it is 3months now for the baby. Can my wife ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.