What if we miss a vaccine date?

Don't worry — vaccinations can usually be caught up. Bring your child in and the doctor will restart the schedule from where you left off; most vaccines don't need to be started over.

Are these vaccines safe?

Childhood vaccines are extensively tested and used worldwide. Mild, short-lived side effects like low fever are normal; serious reactions are rare.

Where can I get these vaccines in Bhopal?

We provide IAP-schedule vaccinations with a properly maintained cold chain at Baby Steps, Neelbad. Call 62625 60101 to check your child's due vaccines.

Complete Baby Vaccination Schedule (0–18 Years): IAP Chart for Indian Parents

Vaccination is one of the simplest, most effective ways to protect your child from serious illnesses. But the schedule can feel confusing — so many injections, so many ages. This guide lays it out clearly, following the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) recommendations.

Why Timing Matters for Childhood Vaccination

Vaccines are timed to protect your child exactly when they're most vulnerable to each disease. Giving them on schedule builds immunity before your child is likely to be exposed. Delays leave gaps in protection.

Age-Wise Vaccination Chart (IAP-Aligned)

Birth: BCG, Oral Polio (OPV-0), Hepatitis B (1st dose)
6 weeks: DTwP/DTaP-1, IPV-1, Hib-1, Hepatitis B-2, Rotavirus-1, PCV-1
10 weeks: DTwP/DTaP-2, IPV-2, Hib-2, Rotavirus-2, PCV-2
14 weeks: DTwP/DTaP-3, IPV-3, Hib-3, Rotavirus-3, PCV-3
6 months: Hepatitis B-3, OPV-1, Influenza-1
7 months: Influenza-2
9 months: MMR-1, OPV-2
9–12 months: Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine (TCV)
12 months: Hepatitis A-1
12–15 months: PCV booster
15 months: MMR-2, Varicella-1 (chickenpox)
16–18 months: DTwP/DTaP booster-1, IPV booster-1, Hib booster
18 months: Hepatitis A-2
4–6 years: DTwP/DTaP booster-2, OPV-3, Varicella-2, MMR-3
9–14 years: HPV (2 doses, girls and boys)
10–12 years: Tdap
16 years: Td
Yearly: Influenza, especially up to 5 years

Some brands vary (e.g. Rotavirus 2 vs 3 doses). Your pediatrician confirms the exact plan for your child.

What to Expect After a Vaccine

Mild fever, a little fussiness, or soreness at the injection site for a day or two is common and usually settles on its own. Serious reactions are rare. If your child seems very unwell, has a high fever that won't settle, or you're worried, call your doctor.

Keeping Track of Due Dates

Keep your child's vaccination card safe and bring it to every visit. At Baby Steps, we maintain each child's record and remind you when the next dose is due — so nothing gets missed.

This article is general information for parents, not medical advice. Every child is different — please consult your pediatrician for guidance specific to your child.

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