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Babies and injections advice video
Many parents worry about giving their baby's injections. In this video Dr Miriam Stoppard talks about why it's important to get your baby vaccinated and how you can make the experience less stressful for them.
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If babies don't get the vaccinations recommended by their doctors, they'll be susceptible to illnesses like polio, whooping cough and measles, which can all have devastating effects.
Many parents feel guilty when their baby has an injection - but remember, the pain is over very quickly and babies won't remember it.
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If babies don't get the vaccinations recommended by their doctors, they'll be susceptible to illnesses like polio, whooping cough and measles, which can all have devastating effects.
Many parents feel guilty when their baby has an injection - but remember, the pain is over very quickly and babies won't remember it.
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