Frequently Asked Questions

Disease protection a mother passes onto their newborn will fade over time. That is why it is important to follow the recommended childhood vaccine schedule. Vaccines help boost your child’s own immune system to protect them as their natural immunity fades. (TAPI Childhood Vaccine Schedule)

Many diseases still occur at low levels in the United States (like measles, mumps and hib). Many other diseases are widespread in other parts of the world (like polio, rubella and diphtheria) and therefore are just a plane ride away for your family! It is important to build protection for your children while they are young. Learn more about these diseases by visiting the Vaccine Education Center at CHOP

No, this is not true. There have been many, many research studies all showing no link to autism and vaccination. (source: CHOP)

The CDC schedule is the best schedule and works to protect your child from preventable disease each step of the way. Changing the schedule not only leaves your child vulnerable to disease, but also creates a new schedule that has not been studied the way the CDC recommended schedule has been. (TAPI Childhood Vaccination Schedule)

Being a parent of a child that has disabilities can raise additional questions regarding vaccinations. Although you may find answers in our Commonly Asked Questions section, we also want to provide a resource for additional information. The Arc not only is a national organization, but it also has local chapters all over the country, including here in Arizona. Below you will find a link to their national website. If you have any additional questions, you can also visit our Ask the Expert forum and submit your question(s).

The ARC National Website

Learn more on the CDC website

Yes, COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to get pregnant now, as well as people who might become pregnant in the future. People who get a COVID-19 infection during pregnancy are more likely to deliver a preterm (born earlier than 37 weeks of pregnancy) or stillborn infant and may also be more likely to have other pregnancy complications.

COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy helps:

• Prevent severe illness and death in people who are pregnant
• Protect babies younger than 6 months old from hospitalization caused by COVID-19

Learn more about vaccination considerations and the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant or breastfeeding people.

Talk to your doctor about getting your child’s shots at their visit. The doctor will determine if a shot is still okay based on your child’s symptoms and temperature.