Babies typically receive about 15 different immunizations starting from birth through their first year and beyond. These include vaccines protecting against diseases such as hepatitis B, RSV, rotavirus, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (DTaP), Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib), pneumococcal disease, poliovirus, COVID-19, influenza, measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), varicella, and hepatitis A. Some vaccines require multiple doses at different ages, often at birth, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 to 15 months, with some needing 2 or 3 doses for full protection.
Typical Vaccine Schedule for Babies
- At birth: First dose of hepatitis B vaccine, possible RSV antibody shot.
- 2 months: DTaP, Hib, IPV (polio), pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, rotavirus vaccine.
- 4 months: Second doses of DTaP, Hib, IPV, pneumococcal, rotavirus.
- 6 months: Third doses for some vaccines like DTaP, Hib (depending on brand), IPV, pneumococcal, rotavirus.
- 12 to 15 months: Additional doses for some vaccines like Hib, pneumococcal, MMR, varicella, hepatitis A.
Babies may receive several shots at one visit to stay on schedule for timely protection against serious diseases.
