Pregnancy vaccination is free and recommended.

Pregnancy vaccines are free for all pregnant women in Australia as part of our routine National Immunisation Program. They are recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), which is the Australian government body that advises on immunisation policy.

Pregnancy vaccines are recommended because they are safe and effective, and they provide important protection for both pregnant mothers and their babies.

The whooping cough vaccine is free and recommended during weeks 20 - 32 of each pregnancy, delivered in a combined injection that also provides protection against diphtheria and tetanus. 

The influenza vaccine can be given at any time during pregnancy, preferably before the onset of the influenza season.

Pregnant mums can get a COVID booster at any time during pregnancy, but it is recommended to wait at least 6 months after their last COVID vaccine or infection, whichever is more recent.

Pregnancy vaccines are safe to be administered at the same time, and are available at many GP clinics, immunisation clinics, pharmacies and antenatal hospitals.  Speak with your antenatal care provider to find out your most convenient location.