Immunization

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Vaccinations (immunizations) protect your baby and other children in the population against a number of dangerous illnesses. When large numbers of children are vaccinated, illness is reduced and children who can't be immunized (due to medical conditions) are also better protected. In Ontario children are offered routine vaccinations starting at two months on a periodic schedule that continues into adulthood. Read the webpages linked below to learn more about what vaccines are and how they work, as well as information about their safety, their importance, and what vaccines your child should receive and when. To help comfort your baby during vaccinations, you can breast/chestfeed your baby before and during the injections, or if this is not possible, give your baby a small amount of sucrose or glucose to suck before the injections. Talk to your newborn care provider to determine the best schedule for immunizations for your baby.