Vaccinating your baby
Vaccines, or immunisations, protect babies from serious illnesses, some of which can even be life-threatening. Vaccines have a good safety profile, which means that serious side effects are very rare. They also help to prevent staigios kūdikių mirties sindromas (SIDS).
It’s best for babies to be vaccinated at the recommended age so they are protected from diseases as early as possible. Vaccination during pregnancy is an important step too, because it’s highly effective in protecting babies against flu and whooping cough for the first few months of life, when they are most vulnerable.
After vaccinations
After vaccinations, some babies and children may cry for a little while but should feel better after a cuddle. Some may feel irritable and unwell, and may develop a high temperature (fever). You can read more about what to expect and how to prepare for your appointment from the NHS.
When babies feel unwell with a cold or fever, they may be warmer than usual. Dress them for their environment – don’t wrap them up more than usual in extra clothes and blankets.
If your baby has a fever or you’re worried about their health, call your GP or 111 for advice. If they get worse or your baby shows signs of being significantly unwell, seek medical advice straight away. The NHS has more information for parents on vaccinations, and on what to do if they have a fever, including when to call 111 and when to call 999.
Skiepai ir SIDS
Numerous studies have shown that vaccinations do not increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). In fact, babies who are up to date with their vaccinations have a lower risk of SIDS. This finding is widely accepted by researchers worldwide – read more in our evidence base.
If you have any questions or concerns or questions about immunising your child, speak to a trained health professional such as your doctor or health visitor for trustworthy information and advice.
Dažniausiai užduodami klausimai
Prisiminkite
It’s natural to have questions and concerns about how to look after your baby. Vaccinations are a vital part of keeping your baby safe and well as they prevent serious diseases and even help lower the risk of SIDS. This is based on a large body of research. If you have any questions or concerns, it’s best to speak to a qualified health professional or read information from a public health organisation, as they can provide the most reliable advice.
Kiekvienas kūdikis saugus. Kiekviena šeima remiama.
Jei ši informacija jums buvo naudinga, apsvarstykite galimybę aukojimas šiandien padėti mums pasiekti ir padėti kitiems tėvams ar globėjams, tokiems pat kaip jūs. Jūsų gerumas padės:
- suteikite šeimoms patikimų patarimų, kaip užtikrinti kūdikio saugumą.
- Padėkite gedinčioms šeimoms išgyventi juodžiausias jų gyvenimo dienas.
- finansuoti mokslinius tyrimus, kuriais siekiama rasti atsakymus apie staigias ir netikėtas kūdikių ir mažų vaikų mirtis.
- Ženkite dar vieną žingsnį į pasaulį, kuriame nė vienas kūdikis nemirtų staiga ar netikėtai.