Kids & Care Clinic – Dr. Parveen Antil, Pediatrician (Gurugram)

Welcoming a newborn into the world is one of the most joyful experiences for any parent. Along with love, warmth, and care, your little one also needs strong protection against serious infections. Vaccination is one of the most effective and safest ways to safeguard your baby’s health from life-threatening diseases.

At Kids & Care Clinic, Sector 109, Gurugram, Dr. Parveen Antil ensures every child receives timely and accurate vaccination as per the latest Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) schedule.

Why Are Newborn Vaccines Important?

During the first few months of life, a newborn’s immune system is still developing. This makes them highly vulnerable to infections caused by viruses, bacteria, and other harmful pathogens. Vaccines help by:

1. Building Immunity Early

Vaccines strengthen the baby’s immune system by helping it recognize and fight germs safely.

2. Preventing Serious Illnesses

Diseases like tuberculosis, hepatitis B, measles, polio, and diphtheria can be severe or fatal in infants. Vaccines protect your baby from these threats.

3. Ensuring Community Safety

When more children are vaccinated, the spread of infections reduces drastically—protecting even those who cannot be vaccinated due to medical reasons.

4. Long-Term Health Benefits

Some early vaccines protect your baby not only during infancy but also during later childhood and adulthood.

Newborn & Infant Vaccination Schedule (India)

Below is the recommended IAP (Indian Academy of Pediatrics) vaccination schedule for newborns to 18 months.

✔️ At Birth (Day 0)

1. BCG (Bacillus Calmette–Guérin)

Protects against: Severe forms of tuberculosis
Given as: Injection on upper arm

2. Hepatitis B (Dose 1)

Protects against: Liver infection caused by Hepatitis B virus
Given as: Injection on thigh

3. OPV – Oral Polio Vaccine (Zero Dose)

Protects against: Polio virus
Given as: Oral drops

✔️ 6 Weeks (1.5 Months)

1. DTP (DTaP) – Dose 1

Protects against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis

2. Hib – Dose 1

Protects against meningitis, pneumonia

3. IPV – Dose 1

Injectable polio vaccine

4. PCV – Dose 1

Protects against pneumococcal diseases (pneumonia, ear infections)

5. Rotavirus – Dose 1

Oral vaccine for severe diarrhea

✔️ 10 Weeks (2.5 Months)

• DTP Dose 2

• Hib Dose 2

• IPV Dose 2

• PCV Dose 2

• Rotavirus Dose 2

✔️ 14 Weeks (3.5 Months)

• DTP Dose 3

• Hib Dose 3

• IPV Dose 3

• Rotavirus Dose 3 (if 3-dose series)

✔️ 6 Months

Hepatitis B – Dose 3

Influenza (Flu Vaccine) – Dose 1 (optional but recommended)

✔️ 9 Months

MMR – Dose 1

Protects against measles, mumps, rubella

OPV – Booster (Government schedule)

✔️ 12 Months (1 Year)

Hepatitis A – Dose 1

Protects against Hepatitis A infection

✔️ 15 Months

MMR – Dose 2

Varicella (Chickenpox) – Dose 1

PCV Booster

✔️ 16–18 Months

DTP Booster 1

Hib Booster

IPV Booster

Hepatitis A – Dose 2

Tips for Parents Before & After Vaccination

Before Vaccination

• Ensure the baby is healthy with no high fever.

• Carry the vaccination card/booklet.

• Keep the baby well-fed and hydrated.

After Vaccination

• Mild fever, pain, or swelling at the injection site is normal.

• Apply cold compress on the injection area.

• Give medicines only if prescribed by the pediatrician.

• Observe your baby for any unusual reaction and report immediately.

Why Choose Kids & Care Clinic for Vaccination?

✔ Fully trained pediatric specialist – Dr. Parveen Antil

✔ Latest IAP-approved vaccines available

✔ Safe, hygienic and child-friendly environment

✔ Proper documentation & reminders for next visits

✔ Guidance on baby care after vaccination

Final Thoughts

Vaccination is one of the most important steps in ensuring your child’s healthy future. When given on time, vaccines offer strong, lifelong protection. At Kids & Care Clinic, we are committed to helping parents follow a safe and complete vaccination journey.

⭐ Why Choose Kids & Care Clinic – Dr. Parveen Antil?

• Accurate vaccination guidance

• Safe vaccine storage

• Zero waiting time

• Friendly care for newborns

• Complete vaccination charts provided to parents

📍 Address:
Kids & Care Clinic
Shop-101, Ground Floor, Conscient One Mall
Sector 109, Gurugram, Haryana