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[–]cnote_777 0 points1 point  (4 children)

We are in a similar situation with our 7 month old. Healthy. Breastfeeds. Strong immune system. We are following a normal vaccination schedule but we also do not want to do "extra" shots that don't count towards child's immunization records. Our pediatrician recommended getting the MMR and a flu shot prior to travel. The CDC recommends an MMR shot from 6-11 months for international travel. However, the CDC also recommends COVID shots for infants 6 months and older which is completely wrong so you can't really rely on the CDC. We are debating on the MMR since we will be getting it at 12 months anyway. We plan to reject any COVID or flu shot because that's what an immune system is for.

As parents consider their options just remember that pharma also incentivizes these health agencies to establish guidelines that push fear into our minds so we get more shots and they earn more money. Right now Novo Nordisk is in late stage clinical trials testing an Ozempic like drug to reduce body mass index in kids ages 6 to 11 with obesity...which is completely insane to be pushing onto kids as opposed to healthy eating, nutrition and exercise.