IMMUNIZATION IN PREGNANCY Immunization during pregnancy is a simple and effective way to protect mother and child from certain infections. Vaccination of mother against vaccine preventable infections protects not only the mother but also the fetus and baby. HOW DOES THIS HAPPEN: Vaccines strengthens the mothers immunity to fight infections.This immunity passes to the baby during pregnancy.This keeps the child safe during the first few months of lfe until the baby gets his/her own vaccination. to be continued----'