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Vaccines for Children: A Protective Shield for Good Health from the First Day of Life at Lallalita Clinic

Vaccination is the cornerstone of building a strong immune system for your little one, keeping them safe from serious diseases, especially from birth to 6 months of age when their immune system is still developing. Receiving vaccines on schedule is therefore essential. At Lallalita Clinic, we prioritize comprehensive pediatric care and adhere to correct and up-to-date vaccination guidelines, so parents can be confident that their child is receiving the best possible protection.

Why is vaccination important for infants from birth to 6 months?

From birth to 6 months, babies have some passive immunity received from their mother through the placenta, but these antibodies decline rapidly, leaving them vulnerable to various infectious diseases. Vaccination stimulates the child's body to produce its own immunity, so when exposed to the actual pathogen, their body can fight it off. This reduces the severity of the disease, lowers the risk of complications, and prevents the spread of illness to others in the community.

Vaccine Schedule for Thai Children (Birth to 6 Months) (Reference: Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of Thailand, 2025)

To help parents plan vaccinations correctly, Lallalita Clinic has summarized the essential basic vaccine schedule for infants from birth to 6 months, according to the recommendations of the Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of Thailand for the year 2025:

Notes:

• Basic Vaccines: These are vaccines that every Thai child should receive according to the Ministry of Public Health's requirements.
• Optional/Supplemental Vaccines: These are additional recommended vaccines to broaden immunity against other important, potentially severe diseases. They are typically an option that parents can choose.
• Influenza Vaccine: Can be started from 6 months of age, administered once a year or as recommended by the doctor.
• This schedule is a general guideline. The decision and exact timing for vaccination should be discussed with your child's doctor to suit the health and condition of each individual child.

Getting to Know Each Vaccine

• Tuberculosis Vaccine (BCG): Protects against tuberculosis, especially severe forms in children like tuberculous meningitis.
• Hepatitis B Vaccine (HBV): Protects against Hepatitis B virus infection, a cause of chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.
• Combined Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Polio, Hib Vaccine (DTP-IPV-Hib):It is a combination of 5 types of vaccine in one dose.
  • Diphtheria: A severe respiratory infection that can cause airway obstruction and toxins that damage the heart and nerves.
  • Pertussis (Whooping Cough): A respiratory infection causing severe, prolonged coughing spells, with potential complications like pneumonia and encephalitis.
  • Tetanus: Caused by a wound infection, leading to muscle spasms and seizures.
  • Polio: An infectious disease that attacks the nervous system, causing muscle weakness, paralysis, or death.
  • Hib: Protects against Haemophilus influenzae type b, a cause of meningitis, pneumonia, and other serious infections.
• Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV): Protects against pneumococcal infections, which can cause meningitis, pneumonia, otitis media (middle ear infection), and bacteremia (bloodstream infection).
• Rotavirus Vaccine (RV): Protects against severe diarrheal disease caused by the rotavirus. It is an oral vaccine.
• Influenza Vaccine: Protects against influenza infection, which can cause severe symptoms in young children, especially those at high risk.

Preparing for Vaccination

Good preparation helps ensure the vaccination process goes smoothly and reduces anxiety for both parents and their little one:

1. Bring your child in on a day they are healthy:If your child has a high fever, a severe cough, a runny nose, or is unwell, the vaccination should be postponed. Please consult the doctor.
2. Bring your child for vaccination on schedule:Vaccinating on schedule is important for building a complete immune response.
3. Disclose health history:Inform the doctor or nurse about any history of drug allergies, past illnesses, chronic conditions, or medications the child is currently taking.
4. Bring the vaccination record book every time:To ensure an accurate and complete record of vaccinations.
5. Ensure your child is fed or has had milk:To prevent hypoglycemia or dizziness.
6. Prepare a toy or comfort object:To help distract and reduce fear during the injection.

Post-Vaccination Care

After vaccination, some children may experience minor side effects. This is normal and indicates that the body is building immunity:

1. Observe for any unusual symptoms:Closely monitor your child for about 30 minutes after the injection to watch for signs of a severe allergic reaction (which is very rare).
2. Fever and Local Reactions (Pain, Swelling, Redness):
   • FeverYour child may have a low-to-moderate fever. If the fever is above 38.5°C, you can give them a sponge bath or administer a dose of children's paracetamol as recommended by the doctor.
   • welling, Redness, and Warmth at the Injection Site:Apply a cold compress to the area to reduce pain, swelling, and redness.
   • These symptoms usually disappear on their own within 1-2 days.
3. Ensure the child drinks enough water or milk:To prevent dehydration.
4. Allow for adequate rest:Avoid strenuous activities.
5. Other side effects:Some children might be lethargic, fussy, or have a slight loss of appetite, which should improve on its own.
6. When to see a doctor immediately:
   • A very high fever that doesn't come down after a sponge bath or fever-reducing medication.
   • Inconsolable crying, extreme lethargy, or refusal to drink milk or eat.
   • A full-body rash, difficulty breathing, or any other unusual symptoms that concern you as a parent.

Why Choose Lallalita Clinic for Vaccinations?

At Lallalita Clinic, we are ready to care for your little one with the highest standards:

• Quality Vaccines: We provide authentic vaccines that are stored at the proper temperature to maintain their efficacy.
• Expert Medical Team: Our staff is knowledgeable and experienced in caring for young children, providing detailed advice and administering vaccines correctly to reduce parental anxiety.
• Child-Friendly Environment: Our clinic is designed to be clean, safe, and child-friendly, making the vaccination experience as relaxing as possible.
• Follow-up and Tracking: We schedule appointments and track vaccinations to ensure your child receives a complete and timely immunization series.

Vaccination is a precious gift parents can give their child for good health. If you have any questions or need more information about the 2025 vaccine schedule for Thai children or our services for infants from birth to 6 months, please contact Lallalita Clinic.

Build a strong immune system for your little one starting today!

Consult with us and schedule your child's vaccination at Lallalita Clinic for a bright, disease-free future.

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