89 Why are vaccines started at birth? The newborn infant is vulnerable to several infections as her/his immune system is not fully developed. Some diseases could be transmitted when the baby is inside the mother's uterus and manifest later in life. To protect the baby against these diseases, it is essential to start giving vaccines soon after birth. My baby is premature.When will immunization begin for my baby? Premature babies are usually small by weight at birth. Also, they may have some associated problems, which may require continued care and hospitalization. For these babies, the birth dose of the scheduled vaccine is delayed until the baby becomes stable medically and starts gaining weight. All other vaccines are administered according to the regular immunization schedule at the appropriate age.
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