👶 Why Vaccination Matters for Your Child’s Health
As parents, nothing matters more than your child’s health and safety. One of the most important ways to protect your little one from serious diseases is through timely vaccinations.
Vaccines help your child build strong immunity and prevent illnesses like measles, polio, hepatitis, and more. But with so many vaccines to track in the early years, it’s easy to get confused.
To make things simple, Dr. Sahab, a trusted pediatrician in Boring Road, Patna, breaks down the complete vaccination schedule every parent should follow.
📅 Baby & Child Vaccination Schedule (As Per Indian Academy of Pediatrics)
Here’s a simplified chart you can follow, starting from birth up to 6 years:
🍼 At Birth:
BCG: Protects against tuberculosis
Hepatitis B (1st dose)
Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV 0)
👶 6 Weeks:
DTwP / DTaP (1st dose): Protects against diphtheria, tetanus & whooping cough
IPV (1st dose): Inactivated polio vaccine
Hib (1st dose): Protects against influenza type B
Hepatitis B (2nd dose)
Rotavirus (1st dose): Prevents diarrhoea
PCV (1st dose): Pneumococcal vaccine
👶 10 Weeks:
DTwP / DTaP (2nd dose)
IPV (2nd dose)
Hib (2nd dose)
Rotavirus (2nd dose)
PCV (2nd dose)
👶 14 Weeks:
DTwP / DTaP (3rd dose)
IPV (3rd dose)
Hib (3rd dose)
Rotavirus (3rd dose)
PCV (3rd dose)
🧒 6 Months:
Hepatitis B (3rd dose)
Flu vaccine (1st dose)
🧒 9 Months:
MMR (1st dose): Measles, Mumps, Rubella
Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine
🧒 12 Months:
Hepatitis A (1st dose)
🧒 15-18 Months:
MMR (2nd dose)
Hib Booster
PCV Booster
DTwP/DTaP Booster 1
Hepatitis A (2nd dose)
🧒 2 Years:
Typhoid Booster
🧒 4-6 Years:
DTaP/DTwP (2nd Booster)
OPV/IPV Booster
MMR (3rd dose)
👩⚕️ Why Visit Dr. Sahab for Vaccination in Patna?
If you’re a parent in or around Boring Road, Patna, Dr. Sahab offers:
✅ Accurate vaccination tracking for your child’s age
✅ A child-friendly clinic environment
✅ Safe, hygienic vaccination practices
✅ Gentle and patient approach to kids and first-time parents
✅ Personalized reminders for the next dose
🙋 Common Questions Parents Ask Dr. Sahab
Q1. Are all vaccines necessary?
Yes. Each vaccine prevents a specific serious disease. Skipping vaccines can put your child at risk and affect their overall immunity.
Q2. What if I missed a dose?
Don’t worry — consult Dr. Sahab. Most vaccinations can be adjusted based on your child’s age and health.
Q3. Are vaccines safe?
Absolutely. Vaccines go through strict testing and are recommended by global health organizations. Minor side effects like fever or swelling are temporary and normal.
📍 Visit Dr. Sahab – Pediatrician in Boring Road, Patna
If your baby is due for a vaccine or you’re unsure about the schedule, visit Dr. Sahab, one of the most trusted child specialists in Patna.
📌 Clinic Location: 105, 1st Floor, Kumar Tower, Boring Road crossing, Boring Road, Sri Krishna Puri, Patna, Bihar 80000
📞 Book Appointment: 7282810001
🕒 Clinic Hours: 6am to 10pm
📍 Google Maps Link:https://www.drsahab.in/child-specialist-in-patna/
🧸 Final Words from Dr. Sahab
“Vaccination is a gift of protection you give your child. Stay informed, follow the schedule, and always consult a certified pediatrician.” – Dr. Sahab
By keeping up with vaccinations, you’re not just protecting your child — you’re also protecting your family and community. Let’s raise a generation that’s healthy and safe!