So DH and I just got our Tdap vaccine so that we're protected prior to the arrival of our little guy. Both of our parents are taking a "Joy of Grandparenting" class at the hospital where we are delivering. I'm hoping that the topic comes up there, but has anyone had this discussion with their parents? Of course, we aren't going to give a no vaccine = no baby ultimatum. But how can you tactfully/nicely bring up the subject? Especially without using the "My doctor says...", not tactful to me.
Thanks!
Re: Tdap vaccine - suggesting to grandparents?
I just brought it up to grandparents and aunts. There are signs all over my OBs office, it's a big deal. I added that into the conversation, to illustrate the importance.
One note, 2 years ago my dad's PCP would not give him the TDaP booster because it was not labeled for seniors. I do not know if they've changed the label, but the CDC has approved it for off-label use because of the pertussis outbreak and grandparents transmitting it to babies. Be aware that the grandparents-to-be may run into this issue.
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THIS. I just told my parents and his (plus my siblings and his) that we are really excited that they are going to be a big part in the baby's life but that we really wanted to be cautious and have everyone get the TDAP and flu shot as soon as possible. I didn't mind telling them that I am nervous and I want to be as preventative as possible. It doesn't help that 3 out of the four of our parents are teachers so they are exposed to EVERYTHING. And, they are going to be caregiver's part time when I go back to work. I am sure they will understand if you voice your concerns.
I would go with... So have you guys gotten a TDAP booster at all lately? I know a lot of GPs are suggesting it for grandparents or people who are around kids a lot... 75% of the time whooping cough is passed from adults to children because adults can be carriers... etc. etc. etc.
Rather than asking them to do it - ask if they already have.. then they might make the decision to do it on their own!
Classic sales tactic - ask if they have something you know they dont have but probably need - help them to see the need - provide a solution to the problem and make them think it was their own idea!
I asked my mom if she'd had one recently and she has, due to being on dialysis and the hazards it presents to her. I am assuming based on that information that my aunt and cousin who assist her with her home dialysis are similarly vaccinated.(one's a nurse and they both do ambulance runs).
My dad, bro & sil, and other family members won't be around too often, so I'm not sure about asking them -- on the other hand, I do need to get dh and my kids to get one sooner rather than later.
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