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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Although most families support vaccines, many still have questions. If a family has concerns, resists following the recommended vaccine schedule, or questions your strong recommendations, try to remember that this doesn't necessarily mean that they won't accept vaccines. Sometimes parents simply want additional resources and are eager to continue the conversation throughout the course of care. Additionally, it is important to normalize questions around healthcare decisions. Applauding families for having questions encourages them to engage not only with vaccine conversations, but with other topics such as safe sleep, family planning, and more.
Below are links to explore common questions and answers from experts about vaccines:
- CDC- Common Questions About Vaccines93
- CDC- Making the Vaccine Decision: Addressing Common Concerns94
- CDC- Explaining How Vaccines Work78
- Ask the Experts95
- CDC- Covid-19 specific96
- CHOP- Vaccine and Vaccine Safety Related Q&A Sheets97
- AIM- FAQs98
- Vaccinate Your Family- Questions about Vaccines?99
- IVaccinate- Answering Your Questions100
- CDC-Preparing for Questions Parents May Ask About Vaccines101
- Clear Answers and Smart Advice About Your Baby’s Shots102
- Vaccine Questions and Answers103
- AIM- Vaccine Safety104