Of all the precautions you can take to protect your child, making sure they are up to date with their vaccinations may be the most important.
That’s because vaccinations provide your child with immunity against potentially life-threatening illnesses and diseases, such as:
- Chickenpox
- Diphtheria
- Flu
- Hepatitis A & B
- Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type B)
- Measles
- Mumps
- Pneumococcal disease
- Polio
- Rotavirus
- Rubella
- Tetanus
- Whooping cough
Currently, there is a lot of misinformation about vaccines that might make you hesitant to consider the correct immunizations for your child. The truth is, however, that vaccines are not only safe and effective, but also vitally necessary to help your child stay healthy throughout their life.
Recommended Vaccines for Children and Adolescents
If you are confused about how to choose the right vaccines for your child, you’re in luck. There is no need for you to choose the vaccines yourself because doctors follow CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines on vaccines and have an established vaccine plan for children.
From Birth to 15 months
- Hepatitis B – First dose at birth, second dose between 1 and 2 months, and third dose between 6 and 15 months.
- Rotavirus –First dose at 2 months and second dose at 4 months.
- Diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis (DTaP) – First dose at 2 months, second dose at 4 months, third dose at 6 months, and fourth dose at 15 months.
- Hib– First dose at 2 months, second dose at 4 months, and third or fourth dose at 12 to 15 months.
- Pneumococcal conjugate –First dose at 2 months, second dose at 4 months, third dose at 6 months, and fourth dose at 12 to 15 months.
- Inactivated poliovirus –First dose at 2 months, second dose at 4 months, and third dose at 6 to 15 months.
- COVID-19 – A 2- or 3-dose primary series and a booster between 6 and 15 months.
- Measles, mumps, rubella –First dose at 12 to 15 months.
- Chickenpox – First dose at 12 to 15 months.
- Hepatitis A –A 2-dose series from 12 to 15 months.
From 18 months to 18 years
- Hepatitis B –Third dose at 18 months.
- Diphtheria –Fourth dose at 18 months and fifth dose at 4-6 years.
- Inactivated poliovirus –Third dose at 18 months and fourth dose at 4-6 years.
- COVID-19 –A2- or 3-dose series and a booster between 18 months and 17-18 years.
- Influenza (IIVA)–An annual vaccination of 1 or 2 doses between 18 months and 7-10 years, an annual vaccination of 1 to 2 doses of LAIV4 between 2-10 years, or an annual vaccination of 1 dose between 11-18 years.
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) –First dose at 11-12 years.
- Meningococcal –First dose at 11-12 years and second dose at 16 years.
- Meningococcal B –Minimum age of 12 years.
Child Vaccination Near You in The Woodlands and Spring, Texas
In addition to child vaccinations, the dedicated and highly trained doctors at Northwoods Pediatric Center, P.A. also provide routine pediatric services, including well-child exams and sports physicals. It is our belief that maintaining the health and wellness of your child and monitoring their growth and development is of the utmost importance.
To learn more about our practice and services, contact us today at (281) 296-7770, or use our convenient online Request an Appointment form.
