Information for Parents
Immunizations are an excellent way to protect your child against many childhood diseases. The American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Immunization Program recommend a series of immunizations to protect your children against 12 different diseases:
It is recommended that your child receive these immunizations by 2 years of age to protect him/her from these diseases. A typical visit schedule includes doctor's visits at age 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 12 months, between 15 and 18 months and 24 months - so 6 visits by 2 years of age.
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Additional Newborn Health Resources for Parents
Newborn Infant Handbook
Newborn Metabolic Screening Newborn Hearing Screening
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