The Polio Vaccine Like DPT, the polio vaccine is given five times, starting at the age of two months and ending between the ages of four and six. Some doctors may choose to give it...

A common attitude among numerous parents is that there simply is no need for vaccines any more. Incidents of whooping cough and polio hardly ever seem to happen these days, so why bother with...

Parents are often encouraged to have their children immunized against certain diseases. However, some parents may be concerned about the effects. You may have even heard tragic stories about a child having a fatal...

This vaccine helps to protect against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (which is more commonly known as whooping cough). The immunization schedule for this shot is as follows: it is first given when your baby is about...

It is very important to keep track of when your child receives their immunization shots. Not only will it help you remember when to make an appointment for their next shot, in can also...

Around six months of age, you'll notice your baby will start teething. Teething symptoms to watch for include irritability, drooling, finger sucking and red cheeks. Of course, once your baby's first bud pops out,...

Immunizations One of the first health considerations you will need to make for your baby is whether or not immunization is the right thing for your child. It is recommended that children recieve MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), DTP, meningitis whooping cough and polio...