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immunization shots for or against?/OPEN FORUM if needed

by ni-ki, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I was just wondering what all you ladies think about immunizating your children? I keep up to date with it. But alot of women i know don't do it and they tell me not to do it. I guess i am just wondering what other women think and if they keep up to date with it... i would love some feedback... use this as an open forum if its needed
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by stephd, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I got my son all his shots.  i will continue to do it with all my children as well.  I think its a good idea.

by 2songbirds, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I believe they are definitely worth the risks. I make sure both my kids (3&1) are up to date. I couldn't imagine them getting something that could've been prevented.

by islandprincess, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
i got mine when i was a kid so i guess it's safe to still do it now i would do it do mine (when i get them)...i agree for it still be done

by cugirl, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
You have to have all your immunizations before going to college so might as well get them while there young.  I didnt get a second part to an immunization when I was little and I had to get it before starting college.

by Harley-girl, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I am all for immunization shots for the baby.

by have 2 kids, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I keep my kids updated.   However I do know someone who's son has autism and the Dr's recommended he not receive most vaccines.  I can't remember why.

by HIS GIFT TO US, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
My ds gets shots, he has done great but I know all babies are diff.

I didn't realize til I became pg how thankful I was that my parents had gotten me all my shots, bc when you are pg they ask if you've had em or not & w/ alot of the shots you can have less concern w/ your pg since you are caught up. SO I think all moms w/ baby girls need to know this :)



I realize I have not had a bad exper. w/ imm shots so I'm sure if I would have I would think diff.

by markysmom, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I couldn't imagine not getting them for my children. I realize there can be some risks involved. But I am all for them

by mpde, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I've been on the fence on this issue, and plan to do a lot of research before I make up my mind.  Here is a website with some info:



http://curezone.com/diseases/vaccination/default.asp



Also check out this link for info on toxins we come into contact with all the time (scary stuff): http://curezone.com/diseases/toxins/



by islandprincess, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
To: harley
hey harley girlie...:)::))) haven't seen you all day where are you hiding??....how's it going hon??? everythings cool???

by Harley-girl, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
To: Island
I am around, not been posting as much. I needed a break from it. :) I am good and Quinn is excellent. We go on Sunday for my 24 week OB appt. My doctors office has Sunday appts so Daddy does not have to miss work. Thought that was pretty cool.

by bookerswife, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
To: harley
Wow, That is great they have weekend appointments! Must be one out of 10 that actually do that!

by bookerswife, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
To: harley
Wow, That is great they have weekend appointments! Must be one out of 10 that actually do that!

by bookerswife, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
To: harley
Wow, that is cool that they have weekend appointments so the DH's can go! Must be 1 out of 10 in the world that actually do that!

by jd1419, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I know that in the state of MI--you have a choice on immunizing your child--but before they go to school.  I would wonder why people would want to put theire child through so much pain as having to get them done all at once.  spread out like they are is painful enough for the parents--why put more stress on yourself.  But they are now starting to recommend even more vaccines for HPT A and a second chicken px shot- and those are nto covered on insurance and they are now $80.00 a piece.  I don't know if I will do those till they become manadated.

by jd1419, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
I know that in the state of MI--you have a choice on immunizing your child--but before they go to school.  I would wonder why people would want to put theire child through so much pain as having to get them done all at once.  spread out like they are is painful enough for the parents--why put more stress on yourself.  But they are now starting to recommend even more vaccines for HPT A and a second chicken px shot- and those are nto covered on insurance and they are now $80.00 a piece.  I don't know if I will do those till they become manadated.

by lib and jrs mom, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
where i live in ohio you have the option of immunizing your child.  if you choose not to you have to sign about a million forms stating your reasons (religious or not), and they still allow the child to attend school.

i myself agree with immunization, but i have chosen to do mine differently.  both of my children had all but the chicken pox and hepatitis vaccine when they were infants/toddlers.  my dd received her chicken pox and hepatitis before attending kindergarten.  my ds has not received them yet as he is only 20 months.  let me add that he is not in day care and stays home with my dh who is a stay at home dad.  my ds will receive his before attending kindergarten.  these are the two immunizations that scare me the most with side effects, and they are also two of the newer ones.  i would rather have them a little older when they receive them just in case.  

i am one, though, who believes each and every parent knows what is right for their child and may make their choices different than others.

hope everyone has a wonderful day.

by lib and jrs mom, Sep 14, 2006 12:00AM
where i live in ohio you have the option of immunizing your child.  if you choose not to you have to sign about a million forms stating your reasons (religious or not), and they still allow the child to attend school.

i myself agree with immunization, but i have chosen to do mine differently.  both of my children had all but the chicken pox and hepatitis vaccine when they were infants/toddlers.  my dd received her chicken pox and hepatitis before attending kindergarten.  my ds has not received them yet as he is only 20 months.  let me add that he is not in day care and stays home with my dh who is a stay at home dad.  my ds will receive his before attending kindergarten.  these are the two immunizations that scare me the most with side effects, and they are also two of the newer ones.  i would rather have them a little older when they receive them just in case.  

i am one, though, who believes each and every parent knows what is right for their child and may make their choices different than others.

hope everyone has a wonderful day.