Vaccinating pregnant women

The research project explored the KABB of midwives in the Waterloo-Wellington Region and their perceived role in the discussion and recommendation of the influenza vaccination while also capturing general vaccine perceptions. Participant testimonials shed light on the personal and systemic barriers that are currently limiting midwives from incorporating vaccine discussion and recommendation into their routine practice. More specifically, this project investigated the impact of the Mennonite community’s engagement with health services, such as vaccination and birthing programs. The research project provides further information and recommendations regarding barriers to the promotion, discussion and recommendation of immunization in midwifery practice in the Canadian context. Findings may also contribute to developing public health and vaccination promotion services to reach pregnant women in the Canada that share demographic and contextual characteristics as study participants.