Vaccines at 1 to 2 Months

After vaccinations

Sometimes children have mild reactions from vaccines, such as pain at the injection site or a rash. These reactions are normal and will soon go away.

• Read the Vaccine Information Sheet(s) your baby’s doctor gave you to learn about side effects your baby may experience.

• Swaddle.
• Offer breastmilk or formula more often. It is normal for some babies to eat less during the 24 hours after getting vaccines.
• Pay extra attention to your baby for a few days. If you see something that concerns you, call your baby’s doctor.

Important developmental milestones

Get tips to prepare for your baby’s well-child visits.

By 2 months, most babies:

• Begin to smile at people
• Coo and make gurgling sounds
• Begin to follow things with eyes
• Hold head up