Hepa B or Hepatitis B vaccine protects against hepatitis B which is known as the most common serious liver infection. It is injected in the muscle of the upper thigh. It is given either at birth or after 6 weeks. If the first dose of Hepa B vaccine is given at birth, the first scheduled injection should be […]
Archives for October 2012
Vitamin A and Deworming
Yesterday was my scheduled DMPA shot. The shot they gave me was different since it’s only good for a month so I have to come back on November 22 for another shot. The price is still the same, 50 php. Lyndavel is much cheaper since the 50 php payment for a single shot lasts up […]
Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV)
OPV vaccine is also known as Sabin vaccine or Trivalent Oral Polio vaccine. It is given orally to protect your child against the three types of virus that cause polio. Polio is said to be highly contagious. This vaccine is given to babies in a series of four shots, at birth, 6 weeks, 10 weeks […]
Diphtheria Tetanus and Pertussis (DPT) Vaccine
DPT or DTP vaccines are given to protect your baby against the diseases diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), pertussis or whooping cough. Whopping cough is a very contagious respiratory fatal childhood disease especially to infants. This vaccine is given to babies in a series of three shots, at 6 weeks, 10 weeks and 14 weeks. This vaccine […]
When is the Right Time to Wean my Baby?
There is no right time to wean your baby. It is only you who can decide whether to continue breastfeeding or not. Do you think weaning your baby will make him eat more healthy food? You are the only one who knows what is best for your baby. Experts recommend exclusive breastfeeding up to six months […]
