An OBGYN's Honest Thoughts on This Scary Pregnancy Trend

A recent study from Emory University and the CDC found that only 35% to 40% of pregnant women and parents of young children plan to accept all recommended childhood vaccines, with first-time pregnant women reported to be especially unsure. The video, presented by OBGYN Mama Doctor Jones, looks at these data, explores why many families feel hesitant, and addresses common questions about prenatal and early childhood vaccines. The creator frames the findings as a sign that clinicians need to give expecting parents clear, compassionate, evidence-based answers before the baby arrives. The discussion is intended as general educational information and not as a substitute for personal medical advice.

• Study data from Emory University and the CDC on vaccine plans
• Why expecting and new parents may feel hesitant
• Common questions about prenatal and early childhood vaccines
• Educational content, not a substitute for medical advice

A new(ish) study from Emory University and the CDC is a massive wake-up call for the medical community. According to the data, only 35% to 40% of pregnant women and parents of young kids plan to accept all recommended childhood vaccines - and first-time pregnant women are feeling really unsure about what to do. As an OBGYN, this tells me we are failing to give expecting parents the clear, compassionate, and evidence-based answers they deserve before the baby arrives. In today’s video, we are looking at the data, breaking down why so many families are feeling hesitant, and tackling the real questions about prenatal and early childhood vaccines without the judgment. Let’s talk about it. Let me know your thoughts in the comments—did this stat surprise you? Original article: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/childhood-vaccines/most-us-pregnant-women-parents-young-kids-dont-plan-accept-all-recommended-kids Watch next: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVH2Gpf8wKeTnB6_dLWFO7yEF1wqp2mEH&si=jq1viwfteZqWN-4f Become a channel Membryo to connect & access perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrPhcbDwqWRc-3tteE2BS6g/join MDJ Secret Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkrMPc856DvoxX99IyGYmw 🍑🍆 Beducated is an INCREDIBLE platform with inclusive, evidence-based courses on pleasure - use my affiliate link https://fas.st/t/T9cj1r6A and gift yourself with education you'll enjoy for life. 👅💦 I stream on Twitch weekly (usually Sundays): https://www.twitch.tv/mamadoctorjones - Playlist of full-length Twitch streams for channel membryos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVH2Gpf8wKeRO7TL3vfzJkfsF9eHmQGkP FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamadoctorjones Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mamadoctorjones TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mamadoctorjones ** The information in this video is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/advanced practice provider. ** +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++