A 43-year-old member asked:
Do you recommend vaccinations for my two to four month old child?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Yes: The standard baby shots are dtap (diphtheria, tetanus & pertussis), ipv (polio), hepb (hepatitis b), Hib (hemophillis meningitis type b), MMR (measles, mumps, & rubella) and varavax (chickenpox) are given at a year of age. The pneumococcal vaccine, pnu7 is also required. You must vaccinate your child or i will not serve as your pediatrician.
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Dr. Keith Ramseyanswered
Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine 38 years experience
Yes: It is best to start at 6-12 weeks of age to protect your child from dangerous and potentially deadly illnesses.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
How can I stimulate my two to four month old child during playtime?
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Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Couple suggestions: When awake, your baby may enjoy watching you work. Simple things like radio or a bright colored mobile may keep baby occupied. A mirror placed nearby may give baby something special to watch for long periods. At this age, the noise of a rattle may be entertaining but baby cannot grasp and control it.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Do you recommend vaccinations for my twelve to fifteen month old child?
2 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Yes: The standard baby shots are dtap (diphtheria, tetanus & pertussis), ipv (polio), hepb (hepatitis b), Hib (hemophillis meningitis type b), MMR (measles, mumps, & rubella) and varavax (chickenpox) are given at a year of age. The pneumococcal vaccine, pnu7 is also required. You must vaccinate your child or i will not serve as your pediatrician.
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Dr. Alfredo Garcia commented
Pediatrics 58 years experience
Pneumococcal vaccine with 13 antigens is now the new normal.
Mar 19, 2012
Last updated Jan 12, 2015
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