{"id":15336,"date":"2026-03-31T17:43:05","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T09:43:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/?p=15336"},"modified":"2026-04-08T12:19:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T04:19:08","slug":"mom-and-baby-vaccinations-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/mom-and-baby-vaccinations-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential mom and baby vaccinations in Singapore (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Pregnancy is one of the most special and delicate times in a woman\u2019s life. During this period, your immune system naturally changes to support your growing baby.&nbsp;That\u2019s&nbsp;why staying up to date with key vaccinations is not&nbsp;just important&nbsp;for your health, but also your baby\u2019s protection in the early months after birth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s&nbsp;a simple guide&nbsp;to the essential mom and baby vaccinations and how each one helps.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/influenza-vaccine-900x450.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/influenza-vaccine-900x450.png 900w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/influenza-vaccine-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/influenza-vaccine-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/influenza-vaccine-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/influenza-vaccine.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vaccines for moms-to-be<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;Hepatitis B Vaccine<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Before or during pregnancy (if not already immune)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>Hepatitis B can be passed from mother to baby during childbirth. If you are at risk or unsure of your vaccination history, your doctor may recommend testing and vaccination to prevent transmission. This vaccine requires 3 doses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2\ufe0f\u20e3 Influenza (Flu) Vaccine<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Any stage of pregnancy&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>Pregnant women are more vulnerable to severe complications from the flu, such as pneumonia. Getting the flu shot protects both you and your baby. The antibodies you build are passed on, giving your newborn protection in their first few months of life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1&nbsp;<em>Tip:<\/em>&nbsp;The flu jab is updated yearly, so make sure yours is current.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;COVID-19 Vaccine (and boosters)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Any trimester&nbsp;<br><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>Unlike earlier years, the<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>COVID-19&nbsp;vaccine is no longer a must-have for pregnancy. But if you have underlying conditions, higher exposure risk, or simply want extra protection, you can opt for it. The&nbsp;vaccination&nbsp;also&nbsp;helps reduce risks and provides your baby with passive immunity at birth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis) Vaccine<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Between 27 and&nbsp;36 weeks&nbsp;of pregnancy (ideal window for protection transfer)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>The \u201cP\u201d in Tdap, pertussis (whooping cough), can be especially dangerous for newborns. Vaccination during pregnancy ensures your baby receives protective antibodies before birth, guarding them until&nbsp;they\u2019re&nbsp;old enough for their first jab.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5\ufe0f\u20e3 RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Vaccine&nbsp;(Abrysvo)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;Between 32 and&nbsp;36 weeks&nbsp;of pregnancy&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>The&nbsp;RSV vaccine&nbsp;is a newer&nbsp;option&nbsp;that protects newborns from serious respiratory infections like bronchiolitis and pneumonia during their first six months of life. It works by transferring protective antibodies from mother to baby before birth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Supermom Expert Series - Maternal Vaccinations and what should we take note of?\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aVDuv3NYpHk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vaccines for&nbsp;babies<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the Singapore law, there are two vaccines that are legally compulsory:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Diphtheria: Required under the Infectious Diseases Act<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Measles: Required under the Infectious Diseases Act&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While only two are legally mandatory, the Ministry of Health strongly recommends the full&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.primarycarepages.sg\/schemes-and-programmes\/healthier-sg-vaccinations-cds-and-childhood-vaccinations\/national-childhood-immunisation-schedule1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">National Childhood&nbsp;Immunisation&nbsp;Schedule (NCIS)<\/a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;optimal&nbsp;protection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from the vaccines part of the schedule, below are&nbsp;some optional vaccines&nbsp;that your doctor may recommend based on medical history or travel plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/asian-pregnant-woman-travelling-1-900x450.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/asian-pregnant-woman-travelling-1-900x450.png 900w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/asian-pregnant-woman-travelling-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/asian-pregnant-woman-travelling-1-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/asian-pregnant-woman-travelling-1-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/asian-pregnant-woman-travelling-1.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;Rotavirus Vaccine<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:&nbsp;<\/strong>2 months old&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>Rotavirus&nbsp;is a common cause of severe&nbsp;diarrhoea&nbsp;in babies and can quickly lead to dehydration, especially in young infants. In more serious cases, babies may need to be&nbsp;hospitalised&nbsp;for fluids and monitoring. The vaccine helps reduce both the chance of infection and the severity of symptoms, making it much easier for your little one to recover.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;Pneumococcal Vaccines&nbsp;(PCV15 or PCV20)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:&nbsp;<\/strong>2 months old&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:&nbsp;<\/strong>Pneumococcal bacteria can cause infections like ear infections, pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections. Because babies\u2019 immune systems are still developing, these illnesses can become serious quite quickly. Vaccination helps protect against these complications and lowers the risk of&nbsp;hospitalisation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;Hepatitis A Vaccine<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When<\/strong>: 12 months old&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:<\/strong>&nbsp;Hepatitis A spreads through contaminated food, water, or surfaces, which can be hard to avoid once your child starts crawling, exploring, and putting everything in their mouth. The vaccine helps protect against an infection that can cause fever, fatigue, nausea, and jaundice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check with your obstetrician before getting any live vaccines (such as MMR or varicella), which are not recommended during pregnancy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4\ufe0f\u20e3&nbsp;Meningococcal Vaccine<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong>&nbsp;15 months old&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters:<\/strong>&nbsp;Although meningococcal disease is rare, it can progress very quickly and lead to serious conditions such as meningitis or bloodstream infections. Early symptoms may seem mild at first, so getting vaccinated gives your baby an added layer of protection during this vulnerable stage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vaccination Costs in Singapore 2026<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At public polyclinics<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Cost per Vaccine&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Singapore Citizen&nbsp;<\/td><td>$10-30 (after subsidies)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Permanent Resident&nbsp;<\/td><td>$20-50 (after subsidies)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Foreigners&nbsp;<\/td><td>$40-100&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At&nbsp;private&nbsp;clinics:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private GP clinics and\u00a0paediatric\u00a0specialists typically charge $50-150 per vaccine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If convenience matters to you, services like&nbsp;Speedoc&nbsp;can help take one thing off your plate by&nbsp;bringing vaccinations right to your doorstep. It is a simpler way to stay on track without needing to rearrange your day, especially when you already have so much&nbsp;going&nbsp;on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/l\/speedoc\/speedoc-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"188\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Speedoc-insert-900x188.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Speedoc-insert-900x188.png 900w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Speedoc-insert-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Speedoc-insert-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Speedoc-insert-1536x320.png 1536w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Speedoc-insert-2048x427.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Get up to 23% off when you book a vaccination appointment with\u00a0Speedoc, making it a little easier to\u00a0prioritise\u00a0both your health and your\u00a0baby\u2019s\u00a0protection.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep track of your vaccination appointments with Aima<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-17-900x450.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-17-900x450.png 900w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-17-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-17-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-17.png 936w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Use&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wlsm.cc\/u\/mgsocial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Aima<\/a>&nbsp;to keep track of your vaccination schedule. With Supermom\u2019s 24\/7 AI chatbot, you can get&nbsp;personalised&nbsp;guidance based on your life stage, helping you understand which vaccines to take and when.&nbsp;So&nbsp;you can move forward with more confidence week by week.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A guide for essential mom and baby vaccinations in Singapore. So that you know what each vaccine protects against, and how to keep track of appointments with ease.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":118,"featured_media":16859,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[826,4,827,5],"tags":[829,832,837,838,839,830,831],"class_list":["post-15336","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-baby-essential","category-care-recovery","category-health-protection-finance","category-pregnancy-birth","tag-0-3-months","tag-1-3-years-old","tag-1st-trimester","tag-2nd-trimester","tag-3rd-trimester","tag-4-6-months","tag-7-12-months"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15336","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/118"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15336"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15336\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16881,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15336\/revisions\/16881"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16859"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15336"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15336"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15336"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}