Hi All,
I'm an expecting FTM hoping to get some advice! I know not all are pro-vaccine but my husband and I are so I would like to know what your experience has been with visitors and your LO before the 2 month round of shots.
I've seen some discussions about asking grandparents and visitors to update their Tdap (whooping cough) or get the flu shots before baby arrives if they plan to spend time with the baby. Are these the only two vaccines that are recommended for those visiting baby?
I know we should do what makes us most comfortable but I know many of Dh's family will want to come hold baby and I'd like to ask if they are up to date on shots if they plan to hold and play with the LO before 2 months. Please share your experience and what worked for you!
Re: Vaccines for those visiting baby
I have 2 kids and never asked anyone to get shots before holding them or visiting. Not even when they were newborns. I didn't even make DH get any shots.
Most people knew not to come around if they were sick and even my cousin didn't come to the hospital to visit after DD was born because she had a cold. I definitely get my kids all the shots they need but I don't require family and friends to have them before seeing my newborns.
Normally though, the TDAP vaccine is really pushed by Pediatricians, for those that are going to be around your baby. The Flu vaccine isn't pushed much, that I know of. But it never hurts to ask those that will be around your baby all the time, to get vaccinated, if you feel safer that way!
When our son has to go to daycare, I will be a little more cautious about making sure his caretakers are vaccinated, though.
I limit visitors anyway. If the visitor refuses then I tell them to wait.
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