At birth

At one month old

At six months old

This shot may cause your child to:

be fussy

be tired

have a little fever

be sore where the shot was given

(these symptoms may last 1 to 2 days)

How to care for your child if there is a fever after the shot:

At birth or during the first month, breastfeed or give formula every two to three hours

At six months old, breastfeed or give formula, or a glass of water or juice, every 2 to 3 hours, and put on light clothing.

Give Tylenol or Motrin for children for fever and pain. Least expensive brands are okay. Ask your doctor how much to give your child! DO NOT GIVE ASPIRIN!

If it hurts in the area of the shot, put ice or cold wet washcloths over the spot.

CALL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOUR CHILD: Has a fever of over 102 degrees under the arm for more than 24 hours.

Produced by Theresa Cameranesi, FNP, and La Clínica del Cariño Family Health Care Center, Inc.
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