Pregnant and breastfeeding women who are eligible will also be offered the vaccine.
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) alongside the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) have rubbished claims circulating on social media about the impact of Covid-19 vaccines on fertility.
In a joint statement, the organizations, who specialise in pregnancy and maternity care, reiterated previous advice reassuring women that there is “no biologically plausible mechanism” in which the current vaccines would impact fertility.
Under the current guidance, the vaccination is only currently being offered to two groups – health and social care workers who are at higher risk of catching Covid-19 and those with serious medical conditions who have a greater risk of severe illness from Covid-19.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women who are eligible will also be offered the vaccine.
Dr. Edward Morris, President at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, said: “We want to reassure women that there is no evidence to suggest that Covid-19 vaccines will affect fertility.
“Claims of any effect of Covid-19 vaccination on fertility are speculative and not supported by any data.
“There is no biologically plausible mechanism by which current vaccines would cause any impact on women’s fertility. Evidence has not been presented that women who have been vaccinated have gone on to have fertility problems.”
RCM Chief Executive Gill Walton continued; “If you are eligible for and have been offered a Covid-19 vaccine, the decision whether to have the vaccination is your choice. You can either have the vaccine or wait for more information about the vaccine.
“Women who are eligible for the vaccination should consider discussing any concerns they have with their midwife or healthcare professional.
The organisations have produced an information sheet to help pregnant women who are eligible for and have been offered vaccination make an informed choice.
They have also put together a set of frequently asked questions on COVID-19 vaccination, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
