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Talking to Parents about VaccinesImmunization Quality Improvement for Providers (IQIP) program						Print
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										<< Back to IQIPMany parents have questions about their children’s vaccines, and answering their questions can help parents feel confident in choosing to vaccinate their child according to the recommended immunization schedule. Materials to assist you in starting conversations with parents include:Talking with Parents about Vaccines for InfantsMale doctor talking to a parent.Learn conversational techniques and find resources for discussing vaccines with parents.Preparing for Questions Parents May Ask About VaccinesFemale doctor talking to a parent.Many parents have similar questions about vaccines. Prepare for common parent questions and learn techniques for your conversations about immunization.Video on Vaccine Communication with ParentsMedscape video on Vaccine Communication with Parents: Best Practices.Watch this video that explains five research-based strategies to improve vaccine conversations with parents.Sharing Information with Parents
Many parents appreciate any information you can provide them about vaccinations, whether in print form or websites they can visit.  Information to share with parents includes:Risk of Delaying or Skipping Vaccinesrisks of delaying or skipping vaccines page viewThis information outlines possible risks for parents who choose to delay or decline a vaccine; it also offers steps for parents to take to protect their child, family, and others.Why Vaccinateview of Why vaccinate pageOn-time vaccination during childhood is essential because it helps provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially serious diseases.Parent-Friendly Immunization Schedules and Related InformationChild immunization schedule.Parent-friendly schedule (birth–6 yrs), Parent-friendly schedule (7–18 yrs)Additional Resources for Health Care ProvidersSuggestions to Improve Your Immunization Services
CDC’s Immunizations and Vaccinations
Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for ages 18 years or younger, United States
CDC’s Vaccine Schedules App
Online Immunization Training for Health Care Providers
Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)
Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program
Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit
Textbook: *Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases* (the “Pink Book”)
Quality Improvement Programs Targeting Immunization
Reminder Systems and Strategies for Increasing Childhood Vaccination Rates
Guide to Community Preventive Services: Vaccination
*Healthy People 2030*
Immunization Information Systems (IISs)
HPV Resources for CliniciansPrintable ResourcesFact Sheet: Tips for Talking to Parents About:
Infant Vaccines
HPV Vaccine
Fact Sheet: Understanding Vaccines and Vaccine Safety
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Toolkit for Clinicians
Preteens and Teens Still Need Vaccines
Print Materials for Preteens and Teens
							
					
							Last Reviewed:  July 13, 2020						Source: 	National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases
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