a toll on givin babies shots?

Question

i am just wondering but what do people think on giving a baby his shots

Answer 1

I don't vaccinate because I'd rather my son build up his natural immunity versus a shot that isn't 100% effective. I compared my very own vaccination record (grew up in the 80's) to the ones that was on the current schedule, and there are way more now in days, I'm still kicking and haven't had any boosters. Most adults that I've come across haven't had boosters either, yet they believe in vaccinations. That's a huge double standard. I got a notice for my son to get 8 shots in one day, I would never personally get that many shots for myself in one day, so why should my son? Plus, many vaccinations purely exist so that children won't miss school, like the chicken pox vaccine. Also, a lot of diseases have been eradicated due to great nutrition and sanitation, not vaccines. His pediatrician recommended that we don't vaccinate since my sons cousin is autistic. It's still up for debate if there is a link between vaxes and autism, but I won't take that chance! Some people believe that I'll have to homeschool my children, but unvaccinated children can still attend public school, I just have to fill out exemption forms and we'll be fine.
I also recommend looking at the VAERS report, babies die from vaccinations. Go ahead and give me a thumbs down like I usually get for my anti-vax stance.
For those who say they won't risk polio, the last people in the states that got polio got it from the freaking vaccine.

Answer 2

Yeah...how did humans every survive without vaccines? Yep...it's a risk either way you choose. My wife and I choose not to vaccinate. And all these cases mentioned of kids spreading these viruses because they weren't vaccinated? What? If one child goes unvaxed...how is it that they spread disease among the masses that are vaxed? The truth is, they don't always work. The risks to being vaxed, however, are great. Half of the vaccines children receive today are pointless. Last time I checked, chicken pox wasn't a big killer...get a fever, get itchy, and remain immune for the the next 10 to 12 years. There are many terrible consequences that can come with either choice. Educate yourself, weigh the risks of each side, and go from there. "Negligent" is a pretty strong term to use for parents who choose not to vax. "Negligent" would better describe the parent who does no research whatsoever by simply saying "okay" to whatever a doctor recommends. Negligence is rampant among parents who care not to spend the time to look into what is really best for their child. Hell, just watch "A Baby Story" to see the ignorance of the masses. 95% of the episodes will show you prime examples of what not to do when bringing a child into the world. Just because everyone is doing it and it's on T.V. doesn't make it "safe" or right.

Answer 3

My son was fully vaxed until he was 14 months old. He had seizures as a reaction 3 times. We decided to wait to do anymore until we did some research. That was 7 years ago. He hasn't and won't have anymore unless we go to some third world country. His sister hasn't had any and won't. WHen they turn 18, they can make those decisions themselves. Until then, in our case, the vaxes are more of a risk than the diseases are.
Check the disease rolodex for the CDC, and the VAERS reaction website. They are both compiled by the government, so they can't be said to be anti vax.
When it comes time to do it, make an informed choice. Do some reaading. I'd suggest Dr Robert Mendelsohn's book ...How to raise a healthy child in spite of your doctor. And those websites, as well as reading the actual vax inserts that the manufacturers have to include and you have an absolute right to read. Research anything you don't understand. ANd make an informed choice. I'm not telling you not to do it, or to do it. Just know what both sides of the issue are. There are real risks on both sides.

Answer 4

I think its extremely important. Not only for the baby but for everyone else that he/she will be around in the future. There was a case of measles in the U.S. some time ago and it was traced back to a 17-year old girl who never got her measles shot and went on a trip to visit an orphange in Romania only to come back with the measles. She ended up infecting 30+ people. Also, some vacs. like HEP B. and others as such have been mandatory before entering school.

Answer 5

Both my twin sons recieved every immunization recommended by their Doctor. I figure the benefits outway the risk, however not all parents feel this way. I for one want my children protected the best i can, so i have them immunized. They are 2 1/2 year old twins, and they are healthy and happy. The immunizations did nothing to them that could hurt them that i can see. It is a personal choice, and should be respected if you decide not to immunize although i do not know how that effects school once your child is enrolled. Either way, whatever you decide it is up to you as the parent.

Answer 6

I think it's important. Sure, there are risks but you have to weigh them. There are plenty of things that non-immunized children can miss out on. I think the risks of immunization (autism..etc) aren't good enough proof to risk my son or daughter dying or becoming crippled by polio. This is just my opinion. I'm not a doctor but this is what I feel is right for MY children.

I just thought I'd add this in here. To the women who do not get shots for their children. That's just fine! I'm sure the only way they are protected is because nearly all babies are vaccinated therefore there are no carriers.

Myself or the other pro-immunization mothers did not bash anti-immunization mothers. I find it utterly ridiculous that you would give out thumbs down for something that I specifically said was best for MY child, not YOURS.

Answer 7

I'm all for them. They're necessary. I think any parent who doesn't do it is being negligent. "Building natural immunity"? Give me a break. If that worked, then millions wouldn't have died throughout history from the very things that people get vaccinated against. Of course there's a risk with vaccines, but there's a risk with *all* medical procedures. For example, you can get antibiotics for a bacterial infection but still die from the infection if the bacteria is resistant. Does that mean you stop taking *all* antibiotics? No, because that would be stupid. But whatever. People want to take unnecessary risks with their child's life. I won't.

Answer 8

The best thing you can do for your child. Some people say you're making them go through unnecessary pain. Well, just wait until your child gets sick.That will much more painful then a little prick of a needle. We can vaccines for ourselves. Why not do it for your child as well?

Answer 9

babys need there needles some are worried that it may hurt there child i put bonjela on the and around the area were the needle will be given and a dose of panadole it only hurts for a min after that

Answer 10

I know that public schools here won't allow a child in unless parents show proof of shots...I never had any real problems with them. except when my daughter got the measles from her MMR booster...sigh...