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Child Immunization Schedule
  •  0-6 years old chart

Vaccine Timetable
BirthHepatitis B #1
2 monthsDTaP #1
Polio #1
Hib #1
Hepatitis B #2
Pneumococcus #1
Rotavirus #1
4 monthsDTaP #2
Polio #2
Hib #2
Pneumococcus #2
Rotavirus #2
6 months**DTaP #3
Hib #3 (depending on the type of Hib vaccine used, this dose may be omitted)
Pneumococcus #3
Rotavirus #3
6-18 months
 		MMR#1 
Varicella#1
Hepatitis A (2 doses separated by 6 months)
Hib #4
Polio #3
Hepatitis B #3
Pneumococcus #4
DTaP #4
4-6 yearsMMR #2
Polio #4
DTaP #5
Varicella#2
Source: 
http://www.chop.edu/service/vaccine-education-center/vaccine-schedule/vaccine-timetable.html

  • Delayed/Alternative schedule
    • Some parents choose to delay vaccinating their child or use an alternative vaccination schedule. 
    • For example, some parents will begin vaccinating at age 2 years, or even start once the student enters school, about 4-6 years old.    
    • Infant immunity from their mother is only temporary-many of the antibodies a babies is born with will no longer protect the child after a period of time.  
    • Vaccines can confer protection to children against diseases which is long-lasting and effective.  
    • Many studies have shown that it is safe for newborns and infants to receive the amount of vaccines administered today.
    • A delayed/alternative vaccination schedule is not necessary to ensure your child is both safe and protected against disease.  



Video: Questions Real Moms Have About Child Vaccinations
 
Video Transcript:
 http://www.cdc.gov/CDCTV/GetThePicture/Transcripts/GetThePicture.pdf

Preventing Illness During Pregnancy

  • During Pregnancy:
    •  Only two vaccines are safe for women to receive during pregnancy: Influenza (shot only-not the nasal spray) and Tetanus.  
    • Women should not receive vaccines for: Nasal Influenza Spray, Oral Poliovirus, Varicella (chicken pox), Yellow Fever, Typhoid, Smallpox, and any that contain Measles, Mumps, or Rubella.
    • Any other vaccines not listed above: ask your doctor.  Some vaccines, such as the rRabies vaccine, may be okay to administer during pregnancy. 

Source: 
http://www.immunizationinfo.org/issues/general/vaccines-pregnant-women

Frequently Asked Questions: Safety Concerns

  • Are vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) still a concern? 
    • Yes.  Although vaccines have reduced the incidence of VPDs, being unvaccinated can place a child at risk. 
    • There are still cases globally (including the United States) of VPDs including most recently outbreaks of Measles and Pertussis.
  • Can a sick child still receive certain vaccines? 
    • Most of the time-yes, especially if it is a mild illness.  
    • Visit a physician who will decide if it is okay.
  • Do vaccines overwhelm a young child's immune system? 
    • The amount of vaccines a child receives today has increased, as the development of new vaccines continues.
    • However, the amount of proteins/sugars in the vaccines (which induce the immune system response) has decreased dramatically. 
    • For example, the Smallpox vaccine contained about 200 proteins and sugars. 
    • The total amount of proteins and sugars in all the vaccines given today is about 133-136. 
  • How does Autism relate to vaccines?
    • There are no scientific studies which can conclusively show a relationship between vaccines and the development of Autism.  
    • For more in depth information, visit the Autism page on this blog site.

Sources: 
http://www.chop.edu/service/vaccine-education-center/vaccine-safety/ http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/spec-grps/infants/parent-questions.htm


For resources and more information:
     Centers for Disease Control:
              http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/spec-grps/parents.htm
     Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Vaccine Education Center:
              http://www.chop.edu/service/vaccine-education-center/home.html
     National Network for Immunization Information:
              http://www.immunizationinfo.org/