Baby Vaccination Schedule 2025: CDC, WHO, AAP — Full Guide
Vaccines prevent 14 deadly diseases in first 2 years. Our calculator generates personalized schedule from birth date. Includes combo shots, catch-up, travel vaccines.
CDC 2025 Schedule (0–24 Months)
| Age | Vaccines | Doses |
|---|---|---|
| Birth | HepB | 1st |
| 1–2 mo | HepB, DTaP, PCV13, Hib, RV, IPV | 1st |
| 4 mo | DTaP, PCV13, Hib, RV, IPV | 2nd |
| 6 mo | HepB, DTaP, PCV13, Hib, RV, IPV | 3rd |
| 12–15 mo | MMR, Varicella, PCV13, Hib, HepA | 1st |
| 15–18 mo | DTaP, HepA | 3rd / 2nd |
Vaccine Details
- HepB: Hepatitis B — birth dose prevents mother-to-child
- DTaP: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis — whooping cough
- PCV13: Pneumococcal — meningitis, pneumonia
- Hib: Haemophilus influenzae type b
- RV: Rotavirus — severe diarrhea
- IPV: Polio — paralysis
- MMR: Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- Varicella: Chickenpox
- HepA: Hepatitis A
Combo Vaccines
- Pentacel: DTaP + IPV + Hib
- ProQuad: MMR + Varicella
- Kinrix: DTaP + IPV (4–6 yrs)
Catch-Up Schedule
Missed dose? Start anytime. No need to restart series.
Premature Babies
- Follow chronological age, not corrected
- RSV monoclonal (nirsevimab) if <8 mo during season
Travel Vaccines
- Yellow Fever: ≥9 mo if traveling
- Typhoid: ≥2 yrs
- Rabies: Pre-exposure if high risk
Side Effects & Safety
- Fever, soreness normal
- Acetaminophen OK (ask doctor)
- VAERS reporting system
Step-by-Step Example
Born Jan 1, 2025 → HepB at birth, 6-in-1 at 2,4,6 mo
Myths vs Facts
- Myth: Too many vaccines overload → False
- Myth: Natural immunity better → False
- Fact: Vaccines prevent 2–3 million deaths yearly
Integration with Tools
FAQs
Can I delay vaccines? Not recommended — increases risk.
Flu shot? Every year from 6 months.
COVID vaccine? ≥6 mo (check CDC).
Conclusion
Follow 2025 CDC schedule for full protection. Use our calculator to stay on track. Print, share, save.
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