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How can i make the experience of getting shots less traumatizing for my son?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Soothe and prepare: For babies, it may help to feed him while he's getting the injections if your doctor's office allows -- breastfeeding or a bottle with sugar water have been shown to decrease the apparent experience of pain. For older children, never threaten to have the doctor give him a shot if he doesn't behave. Do prepare him in advance and never lie or trick him into behaving by promising no shots.
Answered 12/16/2014
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Rub: Have the nurse vigorously rub the skin for a full minute before the injection. It worked for me!
Answered 8/23/2013
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