It is very important for you to take your baby for immunizations and check-ups. Watching your baby get immunizations can be hard for mothers, but don’t worry, she may be uncomfortable for a minute, but these shots help protect her from serious childhood diseases and keep her healthy.

Immunization Schedule

In the first year of life, your baby gets several immunizations, or vaccines, to protect her from life-threatening illnesses. Following is the immunization schedule in Kosovo.

Source: Ministry of Health and National Institute of Public Health of Kosovo

Most babies don’t have side effects from vaccines. If they do, they usually aren't serious. Some vaccines may cause low fever, a rash or soreness at the spot where the shot was given. Although your baby may seem like he’s getting sick after a vaccination, these reactions are good signs that his immune system is working and learning to fight off infections. In rare cases, a baby may have a serious allergic reaction to a vaccine. If you think your baby might have a reaction, call your baby’s doctor immediately. Vaccinations do not cause autism, and this has been proven be many scientific studies. If you have any questions about the risks of vaccinations, talk to your baby’s doctor.