Child Immunizations Schedule

Vaccination Schedule for Your Child at Florida Pediatric Group in West Melbourne, FL

At Florida Pediatric Group, serving West Melbourne, FL, we are committed to helping parents like you keep your children healthy for many years. Our team of pediatricians provides the immunizations your child needs to ensure they stay protected against various diseases. Here's what you need to know about your child's most appropriate vaccination schedule.

Birth to 15 Months

Your child will need several essential vaccinations during their earliest years. Administering these immunizations at a young age helps prepare your child's immune system and protects against serious illnesses. The recommended vaccines between birth and 15 months include:

• Hepatitis B doses at birth, 1-2 months, and between 6-15 months
• Rotavirus doses at 2, 4, and 6 months
• Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP) doses at 2, 4, 6, and 15 months
• Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) shots at 2, 4, 6, and 15 months
• Pneumococcal conjugate doses at 2, 4, 6, and 15 months
• Polio vaccinations at 2, 4, and between 6-15 months
• Influenza vaccinations starting at 6 months and annually afterward
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination at 12-15 months
• Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccination at 12-15 months

Following this schedule ensures your child’s body is well-protected against these diseases and ready for future vaccinations.

18 Months to 18 Years

As your child grows, their vaccination schedule will become less frequent, but keeping up with certain doses is still essential. The vaccinations needed between 18 months and 18 years include:

• A third Hepatitis B shot at 18 months
• A fourth DTaP shot at 18 months and a fifth at 4-6 years
• A third Polio shot at 18 months and a fourth at 4-6 years
• Annual Influenza doses until age 18
• Second doses of MMR and Varicella at 4-6 years
• A Tetanus shot at 13-15 years
• First Meningococcal shot at 11-12 years and a second at 16-17 years

It’s ideal to continue working with the same pediatrician throughout your child’s vaccination schedule to maintain consistency and ensure all necessary immunizations are administered at the right time.

Take Care of Your Child's Health

At Florida Pediatric Group, we are dedicated to providing your children with the highest level of care. Our team of pediatricians in West Melbourne, FL, is here to ensure your child is up-to-date on their vaccinations and protected from preventable diseases. Contact us today at 321-752-5210 to schedule your child’s vaccination appointment and ensure they remain healthy and protected.