01 Doesn’t my child have natural immunity against diseases? Yes, but temporary! Babies have natural immunity or protection against some diseases that they acquire from their mothers. They get specific antibodies either during pregnancy (through the blood) or during breastfeeding, which can give them protection against some common infections like the common cold. However, this immunity is temporary and starts declining, making your baby vulnerable to other diseases or serious infections. A timely immunization gives your child the required protection from diseases that vaccines can prevent, especially at the age when they are most vulnerable. 28
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