Immunizations

Immunizations! I think that is one of the scariest days for parents! I definitely wasn't looking forward to the day when I had to take Maci to get her first set of immunizations! I knew it was one of those things that had to be done, but it was also one of those things I wanted to put on the bottom of my list to do. I had discussed the topic with many friends, family members, and the pediatrician. I wanted to keep my baby protected from as many diseases and illnesses as I possibly could, I just didn't want to see her in pain!

 Another issue that had been brought to my attention was the possibility of autism. There were several cases shown on the news that were cases of autism thought to be caused from immunizations. What do I do now? I wanted my daughter immunized, but I also wasn't sure I wanted to take the risk of causing autism. I decided to wait to have her immunized until after her two-month checkup so that I could discuss my concerns with the pediatrician. Upon discussing this topic with our pediatrician, she informed us that the studies that were shown were in fact not reliable. There were many other issues of concern when scientists reviewed the evidence. I felt much better knowing that I was able to do what I felt was the right thing without having to worry about the consequences.

Well, it was time. I didn't get much sleep the night before anticipating the day ahead and knowing my poor little girl was going to have to get 2 pokes in each leg. Finally, it was over. She only cried for a minute and I was so relieved to have it over with for the next two months! Hopefully, next time will be a little better now that I know what to expect!