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Pregnant women undergo physiological immune modulation during pregnancy, which increases their susceptibility to severe disease following SARS-CoV-2 infection. This heightened risk is evidenced by elevated rates of intensive care unit (ICU) admission and increased maternal mortality. Additional pregnancy-related physiological changes\u2014including heightened oxygen consumption and reduced respiratory reserve\u2014further compromise respiratory function and worsen clinical outcomes in infected individuals. Although robust evidence confirms the efficacy and safety of COVID-19 vaccines, vaccine hesitancy remains prevalent among pregnant women due to concerns about potential adverse effects and fetal safety. This review evaluates current vaccination strategies for pregnant women using second-generation COVID-19 vaccines, with particular emphasis on maternal and neonatal health outcomes. 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