16/06/2025
Tetanus No Dey Show Face โ But It K!lls Quietly! ๐ณ๐
When your nurse or midwife tells you,
โCome for your tetanus shotโฆโ
Donโt say, โAh, I don take one already, I no need again.โ
Letโs explain WHY this tetanus injection is a must during pregnancy ๐
๐ What Is Tetanus?
Tetanus is a dยฃadly infection caused by bacteria found in dirty environments.
It can enter through wounds, cuts, unclean delivery tools, or even the baby's umbilical cord!
It causes severe muscle stiffness, lockjaw, and DยฃATH โ especially in newborns.
๐ Why Is It Dangยฃrous During Pregnancy?
Because if mama isnโt protected, the baby is at high r!sk of neonatal tetanus โ
which can k!ll a newborn within days after birth!
Especially if the cord is cut with non-sterile blades, or rubbed with ashes, sand, powder, or hot water ๐ข
๐ Why You Need the Tetanus Vaccine (TT):
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It protects you and your baby from tetanus
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It helps your baby get immunity through your body
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Itโs FREE at antenatal clinics
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It is very safe and has no harmful effects
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How Many Doses Do You Need?
๐ฉธ First pregnancy?
Youโll get 2โ5 doses, spaced out depending on your history.
๐ฉธ Subsequent pregnancies?
If your vaccination is up to date, you may need only a booster.
The full dose protects you for 10 years!
๐จ What Happens If You Skip It?
โ Baby may be born without protection
โ R!sk of infection from unclean delivery or cord care
โ Higher chance of neonatal dยฃath within days
๐ฌ Mama, that small injection is saving two lives โ yours and your baby's.
No fear, no delay. Ask for your TT shot and complete all the doses. โ๏ธ
๐ Follow my backup page UtoNwa for real, relatable health tips that prepare you for safe delivery, smart baby care, and stress-free motherhood ๐ฅฐ
Because you deserve to carry and birth your baby in peace ๐ฏ