Another Vaccine Question

Danae - posted on 08/23/2009

I asked my OB if she knew of a good Ped that would be ok with my decision. Don't let him pressure you, its your children. Your decision.

Katie - posted on 05/04/2009

10 Reasons to Investigate Before You Vaccinate

1. There are serious concerns about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines.
2. Detailed information about vaccines is not readily available to enable people to make an informed decision.
3. The incidence and death rate from infectious disease declined dramatically before vaccines were introduced because of improved sanitation and nutrition.
4. Vaccines are grown using animal and human tissues and are contaminated with foreign proteins and DNA that can cause severe allergic reactions, as well as viruses from other species.
5. Vaccines contain toxic and known cancer causing ingredients including formaldehyde, aluminum, mercury, antibiotics, borax and MSG.
6. Vaccines represent an un-natural exposure of the immune system to modified bacteria and viruses, can cause the disease they are supposed to prevent and lead to new diseases and conditions.
7. There have been no double blind studies to prove that vaccines work, studies into their long-term side effects or to determine who might suffer a serious adverse reaction.
8. Infectious diseases of childhood are beneficial to the immune system and protect against auto-immune and chronic diseases later in life eg. arthritis and cancer.
9. Vaccines do not offer any long-term protection against diseases even if booster shots are given repeatedly.
10. There is no compensation for damage caused by vaccines in Australia.
Vaccination is not compulsory in Australia, you are eligible for all government benefits and your children can still attend school.

Mother - posted on 04/11/2009

Hi Amy. I don't think they can refuse to treat you. I understand your concerns. My doctor was not accepting of my decision however he got use to it. It never comes up now as she is passed the age of pressure, she'll be ten. I do know of many moms who have lied just so they doctor can't. They've said its against their religion or someone in the family had very severe reactions....i think this is horrible that people have to go to such lengths.

Julie - posted on 04/08/2009

This to me is what is so sad about vaccinations. So many parents do it because they feel pressured by the Pediatrician. A good doctor will respect your decision even if he doesn't agree, and shouldn't make you feel bad or refuse treatment. If I were you, just be honest with him, say look, I like you as our doctor and hope you can respect my decision. If he can't and you feel he is not treating your son fairly, find a doctor who empathizes with you. I see a naturopath primarily, and my medical family doctor is very supportive of my decisions to be healthy naturally.



I'd encourage you to breastfeed as long as possible as this is your best form of immune building for your baby. Good luck!