About this episode
Pregnant people and their babies face severe risks if they get infected with the coronavirus. Newly available vaccines could be a source of hope. But without good data, many pregnant people are agonizing over whether the shots are right for them. Read more: As vaccines become more widely available, many pregnant people are being asked to decide whether they’re ready to trust and receive a shot . For some, that decision could be the difference between life and death. False claims tying vaccines to infertility are driving doubts among women of childbearing age . Health officials worry their hesitation may affect efforts to reach immunization targets. If you value the journalism you hear in this podcast, please subscribe to The Washington Post. We have a deal for our listeners — one year of unlimited access to everything The Post publishes for just $29. To sign up, go to postreports.com/offer .