I spoke to my ob today. He said thier main concerns are that the flu virus can effect the fetus and how easy it would be for me to become dehydrated if i got it and since i am high risk he wasnt takeing any chances.
I had to do the same thing. Just because the babys immune system isnt strong enough to fight it off. Think about how miserable we are when we get it...that could be dangerous for a developing baby. Therefore they dont even want you to have symptoms at all.
Seems they gave it to u as a preventative so when u deliver your not sick and hopefully baby won't get it ;)
Michelle, you need to have a heart-to-heart with your OB about this.
Very interesting questions you raised, and they deserve answers.
Best wishes.