Your child should get their first doses of most vaccines during their first two years of life. You can expect your baby to receive as many as 10 different types of vaccines by 15 months.
The CDC recommends children receive their first dose of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine when they turn one or shortly after. Your child should receive a second dose before they enter elementary school (between the ages of 4-6).
Up until your child is six years old, you can expect to visit your pediatrician at Fairway Children's Medical Group at least once a year to maintain their immunization schedule and wellness checkups.
Your child can continue to receive a flu shot once a year and a tetanus shot every 10 years. They may not complete their immunization schedule until they're 16.
Immunizations are vital when protecting your child from germs on the playground or interactions with other children. They can also prevent diseases. Jackyln Chan, MD, FAAP, and the Fairway Children's Medical Group team offer several immunizations at their location in West Covina, California. Up-to-date immunizations and vaccines help you avoid worries about your child suffering from infections like smallpox or polio or the long-term damage and issues that arise from any disease. To book an appointment for immunizations, call Fairway Children's Medical Group today or reach out online.