Rubella (German measles) is very rare but can be serious in pregnancy. If you are planning to have a baby, you should have had two doses of the MMR vaccine. As it is a live vaccine, you cannot have it when you are pregnant, and you should avoid getting pregnant for one month after having the MMR vaccination.
If you have not had two doses, contact your GP surgery as soon as possible to catch up on any missed MMR vaccinations.
If you are pregnant or have just had a baby and are not sure if you have had two doses of the MMR vaccine, speak to your midwife or GP at your next appointment.