Many parents have questions about childhood vaccines and how the recommended schedule helps protect their children’s health. In this episode, pediatric experts Jennifer Rubner and Dr. Elizabeth Reece discuss how vaccines work, why timing matters, and what parents can expect at each stage of the schedule.
They explain how vaccines help prevent illnesses such as pertussis, polio, pneumococcus, and rotavirus, and share insights about how preventive options for RSV are helping protect infants. The conversation also covers common parent questions about vaccine timing, side effects, and what to do if your child has missed a visit.
Our guests provide helpful, easy-to-understand information drawn from current pediatric guidelines and trusted resources such as the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics’ HealthyChildren.org.
Tune in to learn more about how vaccines fit into children’s overall wellness and how to make informed decisions that support your family’s health.
