As per the study led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, the study authors observed the highest levels of antibodies in the cord blood of mothers who were fully vaccinated during the second half of their pregnancies. The study provides insight evidence of transferred immunity to neonates, which correlated to protection against infection for infants during the first few months of their life.

The study emphasizes the importance of vaccination for pregnant women and their power to protect two lives at once.

When babies are born with antibodies, it could protect them during the first several months of their lives, when they are most vulnerable.

There was no increased risk found during pregnancy, birth complications and other risks associated with fetus among those who received the vaccine.

All the 36 samples collected have high levels of anti-S-IgG. Of the samples, 31 were tested negative for anti-N-IgG.

Additional studies are needed to determine the effectiveness of the infant antibody, how long the protection will last and if getting vaccinated at a particular time during pregnancy can provide higher levels of antibody transfer than vaccination given earlier during pregnancy.