A Parent’s Guide to Childhood Immunization

Make sure to remember when the reaction occurred, or you observed the alarming signs and when and what vaccinations were administered. It will help the doctor understand your baby’s health condition better. Checklist for your child’s vaccinations Your baby’s first vaccination may start right after birth or by the age of two months. Your healthcare provider will give you an immunization schedule for your child. • Make subsequent appointments based on your child’s immunization schedule. • Make sure to bring your child’s vaccination record card if it has already been given to you during the first visit. • Schedule the next appointment based on the date of your child’s next vaccination before leaving your healthcare provider’s office. • Set a reminder for the next date in your cell phone or home calendar so that you do not forget it. • Keep your child’s vaccination record card in a safe place so that you can find it when you need it. Remember, vaccination is a part of your child’s routine care. Keeping with their immunization schedule is crucial to protect their health. 22

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