By the age of two months, children are typically given vaccines for the following:
- DPT / POLIO / HIB or (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Haemophilus Influenzae type B)
- Hepatitis B
- MMR or (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- Varicella
- Pneumococcal conjugate
In addition, some babies may receive Vitamin K shots to protect them from rare bleeding disorders.
Some important tips for parents:
- Ask the doctor or health professional for more information on the disease prevention, schedules, and the mandatory vaccines.
- Regular vaccinations suitable for your baby's age are important. Stick to the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not miss a dose. Even if you start late or miss a dose, speak to the doctor about the right time to administer a vaccine.
- After immunization, babies may experience redness, soreness, fever, or swelling at the injection site, which is no cause for worry. Keeping a cool cloth on the affected site will help to reduce the reaction.
- In rare cases, some children tend to develop allergic reactions such as high fever or loss of consciousness. Consult your doctor immediately.
- Contact your doctor, if your child develops a fever. Your doctor may prescribe medication to make the child feel comfortable.
2 comments:
Please do NOT misrepresent the truth, no vaccine is "mandatory" I suggest parents go to wwww.vaclib.org to read up on their rights. www.nvic.org is another great site to visit. You also might want to do a bit of fact checking because the MMR and Varicella are not given at 2 months!
Thank you so much for writing something positive about infant vaccinations! I applaud you on talking about how important they are to give them to your baby!
Ann Lewis, ARNP, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Pediatrics, Palm Beach Pediatrics, Lake Worth, Florida
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