Medicines & Vaccines

Important health information and must-have first aid for your baby. Always consult your pediatrician.

Medicines

Must-Have Medicine Cabinet

Be prepared for late-night fevers and teething pains.

  • Infant Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  • Infant Ibuprofen (Motrin) - Over 6 months only
  • Saline nose drops
  • Gas relief drops (Simethicone)
  • Vitamin D drops (for breastfed babies)

Standard Vaccine Schedule (First Year)

A general timeline for standard immunizations.

  • Birth: HepB
  • 2 Months: DTaP, Rotavirus, Polio, Hib, PCV13, HepB
  • 4 Months: DTaP, Rotavirus, Polio, Hib, PCV13
  • 6 Months: DTaP, PCV13, Polio, Flu (seasonal)
  • 12 Months: MMR, Varicella, HepA

First Aid Kit

For little scrapes and scratches.

  • Band-aids in various sizes
  • Antibiotic ointment
  • Sterile gauze pads
  • Tweezers
  • Cold pack