Has your child gotten a flu vaccine yet? Which one?

Let’s see which vaccine kids are getting and why.

Hi all – it’s September, which is the unofficial start of flu vaccine season!

Since this year we have flu vaccine choices again (shot or nasal spray), and different recommendations from different organizations (i.e. CDC and AAP), I wanted to survey people to see what their docs recommend and what their child(ren) receive. With FluMist (nasal spray influenza vaccine) back on the scene but no data on its effectiveness until December 2018 at the earliest, this will be an interesting flu season.

Please use the comments box below to let us know. I will tally results every week or so and post here, so check back for updates.

Remember, it is very important to have your child vaccinated, whichever method you choose. Earlier is better, so just do it!

Also, if you are pregnant, please get a flu vaccine ASAP (although I’m sure your obstetrician or nurse midwife is already on top of this). Also any partners or others who will be spending significant time with your baby (i.e. grandparents) should receive one as well.