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Flu Shots
Asked by R.K. from Abilene
on September 9, 2011
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Just curious if you give your children flu shots? I have in the past, but I am having reservations about it this year. Not sure why.
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- Always. My son and I actually got ours yesterday.
- We do the flu mist, no thimserol preservative. I must say, I skipped the flu shot last year and I was ill for 9 days and out of work for 7. I've never missed an enti...
- I did for about the first 3 years, but for the last 5 we've skipped it. Now if my son had compromised immune system or athsma or was very young--yes. I've NEVER had ...
MMR Vaccine
Asked by B.K. from Chicago
on April 15, 2008
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Debating about whether or not to have my son get this vaccine next month. Any advice? Is there thimerosol/ mercury in the vaccine? Is it safe to hold off? I wish I ...
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- Jennifer R could not have written a better response regarding the vaccinations. I agree completely with her sentiments.
- Thimerosol/mercury was removed from the vaccine ingredients itself but the process of making it still contains Thimerosol/Mercury to there are still trace amounts...an...
- Ask your dr. if thimersol is in their vaccines. I think all drug makers had to remove it a couple years ago, but ask your dr. to be sure. My ped said their vaccines ...
HPV Vaccine
Asked by E.D. from Seattle
on March 3, 2011
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I'm interested in hearing from those of you who vaccinate (fully, partially or on a schedule). Have you, or do you plan on giving your child the HPV vaccine? If so, ...
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- i have not read the other posts yet, so sorry if this is similar to the others. I do plan on having my daughter at the very least (step sons if their mother will agre...
- I have 3 daughters. I will not get this vaccine for any of them. If they choose to get it when they are adults that is their choice. The fact is, this is a very danger...
- We have already experienced some of the side effects of this vaccine and I stopped at the first shot with my now 13 year old. My 15 year old has had them and I am now...
Baby's First Shots - Any Advice?
Asked by W.M. from Los Angeles
on February 20, 2008
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Hello, I am a first-time mother to a 7 week-old baby boy & he is due for his first immunizations in a few days. With all the recent articles about autism, I am a bit w...
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- Not knowing much the first time... I went ahead with the schedule 8 yrs ago for my son, but stopped all shots at 6 months because I never felt comfortable with it. I ...
- Dear W., I know it's scary but the baby needs to have all his shots - especially at 8 weeks old. I don't remember which shots an 8 week old gets (my son is 5 now),...
- I have three kids and none of them have ever had a reaction to the MANY vaccinations they have received. I suggest you do all three at once (and so will your doctor)....
Alternative Vaccine Schedule
Asked by V.E. from Chicago
on March 17, 2008
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does anyone have an alternative vaccine schedule they were happy with? i do want to immunize but only 1 or 2 max at a time. my doctor is completely open and i did do s...
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- A great book was written on this and released this past fall. Read the Vaccine Book by Dr. Sears. Bloomington Library has a copy.
- I was so happy that you asked this question! I am 4 months pregnant and have been wondering about the same issue. I have a 4 year old son with autism and feel that the...
- I have done an alternate vaccine schedule, however I have needed to go to the health department to do it. It has saved us a lot of money, but I did need to sign somet...
Altering Vaccine Schedule.
Asked by A.G. from New York
on April 4, 2008
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Hi!
I'm about to be a first-time mom and my husband and I keep going back and forth on whether to vaccinate or not; if we do, should we alter the vaccine schedule a...
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- A. I am a apediatrician who had found this siste looking for other info. If you dont mind my advice....those vaccines are to protect against illnesses that our body...
- hi A., you sure hit on a hot topic... and a very emotional one. our pediatrician recommended we read "what your doctor may not tell you about vaccines" by dr. steph...
- I had sleepless nights after having my first baby and it all had to do with vaccinations. Make sure they are mercury free. you can alter the schedule, I did and I do...
Rotavirus Vaccine Decision by Monday
Asked by A.K. from Los Angeles
on March 28, 2008
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I'm seeking input on what other moms have done re: the new rotavirus vaccine recommended for newborns. Rotavirus is highly contagious and causes severe diarrhea, vomit...
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- Please don't vaccinate your child. www.thinktwice.com
- I'm in Henderson, NV and my pediatrician does not give the Rotovirus. She feels the side affects are too scary and the vaccine is too knew. She won't even carry it i...
- Have you read the vaccine book by Dr. Sears? Its a great read and I highly reccomend it. He has an alternative vaccine schedule and the rota vaccine is one of them. I ...
Seeking Information on the MMR Vaccine.
Asked by S.N. from San Diego
on January 25, 2008
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My 1 year old baby girl is only 17.5 pounds so I am waiting till she is twenty pounds to give the MMR vaccine to her. I know they recommend it at a year. I am still u...
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- I have 4 children and one was negatively affected by the MMR. Since then we wait. I waited till they were 2 yrs. what we did was get with our Dr. and we stretch out a...
- Google Dr. Sherri Tenpenny and you will get lots of excellent researched information on vaccines. E.
- Hi S.. I understand your nerves about the MMR vaccine, many mothers I know are particularly nervous about this one. One very important thing to know is that the only r...
Is Any Mom Familiar with the Swine Flu Vaccine?
Asked by J.C. from San Francisco
on September 19, 2009
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I've heard nothing but negative things regarding the swine flu vaccine. I agree that a vaccine can't be formulated in such a short time. Does anyone have any info?
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- You will probably be offended by this comment, but I have to wonder whether you have the medical/scientific background to know whether a vaccine can be formulated this...
- Hi J., There is nothing unusual about making a new flu vaccine every year. We've been doing it for decades. And, you don't hear any fuss each year about the seasona...
- Hi J., I do not trust the shots. I naturally rebuild my immune system. I have never had a flu shot. They never get the shots right. Every year they give o...
Flu Shots?? Do We Do Them on Our Children or Not?
Asked by S.C. from Kansas City
on October 2, 2008
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I would love to hear opinions on flu shots and kids. I am vehemently opposed to doing it to myself due to such severe illnesses on the years I did get the shot. My h...
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- I would NEVER get a flu shot for me or my child, EVER. My son's immune system is so strong because of lifestyle/eating habits - there is no need. Also, so many natural...
- Dear S., From the medical standpoint flu shots are very important. Influenza causes illness, but beyond that more significant infections often result in hospitalizat...
- I don't plan on getting the flu shot this year for my kids or myself and i'm pregnant.My son goes into the dr every sept for his annual and she usually tells me to com...
