1. Cuddle Away the Sting:
- Hold baby in your lap.
- She'll feel safer and more comfortable snuggled in your arms.
2. Suckling Strategies:
- Let her nurse, have a paci, or drink a bottle after an injection.
- Sucking can reduce post-shot pain.
3. Sweeten the Deal:
- Tasting sugar can lessen the sting of a shot.
- Give baby a sip of sugar water or juice during an injection.
4. Comfortably Numb:
- Ask about a prescrition topical anesthetic.
- Apply it an hour ahead of time to numb the injection area.
5. Post-Shot TLC
- A warm bath can soothe post-injection soreness.
- Acetaminophen may help, too—ask baby's doctor about the right dose.
Common Side Effects: Mild fever, loss of appetite, and redness at the injection site mean the vaccine is working.
When to Worry: If baby develops a high fever, seizures, swelling, or limpness, head to the E.R.
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