Vaccines protect us from serious diseases. Many of the vaccines are given as needles. To reduce the fear of needles, here are five tips to improve your child’s immunization experience.

In the first year, babies learn to crawl and explore the things around them. The tetanus bacterium lives in dirt, soil and dust. It can also be found in human and animal feces. Protect your children by vaccinating them.

Age Vaccine(s)
2 months
  • diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, haemophilus b
  • pneumococcal conjugate-13
  • rotavirus (oral drops)
4 months
  • diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, haemophilus b
  • pneumococcal conjugate-13
  • rotavirus (oral drops)
6 months
  • diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, haemophilus b
    rotavirus (oral drops)
12 months
  • measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
  • meningococcal conjugate-C
  • pneumococcal conjugate-13

Your child is taking their first steps, crawling, walking and jumping. Vaccinate to protect them against contagious diseases.

Age Vaccine(s)
15 months
  • chickenpox
18 months
  • diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, polio, haemophilus b

 

Your child is becoming more independent. They are riding a tricycle, singing and learning to dress themselves. Please provide a copy of your child’s immunization record for child care and school attendance.

Age Vaccine(s)
4 – 6 years
  • measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox (MMRV)
  • diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough and polio
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