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Immunizations for Children

Immunizations For Children

Immunizations For Children

Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect children and the community from serious, preventable diseases. Dr. Sweety Srivastava supports the routine childhood immunization schedule and has seen how vaccines improve children’s health and reduce complications from infectious illnesses.
Our office provides routine FDA-approved vaccines recommended by the CDC. Our team reviews your child’s vaccination history, explains which vaccines are due, discusses expected side effects, answers questions, and helps children who are behind follow a catch-up schedule.

To protect every patient—including newborns, infants, and medically vulnerable children—The Pediatric Place requires families to follow the recommended vaccination schedule. We are unable to accept patients whose families are opposed to all vaccines. However, we welcome open, respectful conversations about concerns regarding specific vaccines. Dr. Srivastava will listen, provide evidence-based information, and discuss benefits, risks, and available options so families can make informed decisions while maintaining a safe environment for everyone.

  • Pain, redness, or mild swelling at the injection site
  • Low-grade fever
  • Fussiness or irritability
  • Tiredness or increased sleep
  • Decreased appetite
  • Headache, muscle aches, or chills in older children
  • Occasionally, mild vomiting or diarrhea
  • MMR or MMRV: Fever or a mild rash may appear about 5–12 days later.
  • Chickenpox vaccine: A few small blister-like spots may develop.
  • Rotavirus vaccine: Temporary diarrhea, vomiting, or irritability.
  • Nasal influenza vaccine: Runny nose, congestion, cough, or mild fever.

A cool compress can help injection-site discomfort. Encourage fluids. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen may be used if needed and appropriate for the child’s age, following the pediatrician’s instructions; never give aspirin to a child.