Dose 1 of 3
HepB · Hepatitis B
- Usually given
- Birth
- What it protects against
- Protects the liver from a virus that can cause lifelong infection and liver disease.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Child & Teen Vaccine Schedule & Tracker
Immunizations
Child & Teen Vaccine Schedule & Tracker
See which vaccines are due at each age, what each one protects against, and tick off the shots your child has already had.
Aligned with official immunization schedules from the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
0 of 34 shown vaccines marked received
Birth–2m
1 dose
RSV · RSV antibody (nirsevimab)
- Usually given
- Birth–8 months (RSV season)
- What it protects against
- Helps shield babies from the virus that is the top cause of infant hospital stays for breathing trouble.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 2 of 3
HepB · Hepatitis B
- Usually given
- 1–2 months
- What it protects against
- Protects the liver from a virus that can cause lifelong infection and liver disease.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 1 of 5
DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria
- Usually given
- 2 months
- What it protects against
- Guards against whooping cough, which is most dangerous for babies, plus tetanus and diphtheria.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 1
Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b
- Usually given
- 2 months
- What it protects against
- Prevents a bacteria that can cause meningitis and serious throat swelling in young children.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 1 of 4
PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis)
- Usually given
- 2 months
- What it protects against
- Protects against bacteria behind many ear infections, pneumonia and blood infections.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 1 of 4
IPV · Polio
- Usually given
- 2 months
- What it protects against
- Keeps your child safe from polio, a virus that can cause paralysis.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 1
RV · Rotavirus
- Usually given
- 2 months
- What it protects against
- Prevents the stomach virus that causes severe diarrhea and dehydration in babies.
- How it's given
- Oral drops
4–6m
Dose 2 of 5
DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria
- Usually given
- 4 months
- What it protects against
- Guards against whooping cough, which is most dangerous for babies, plus tetanus and diphtheria.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 2
Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b
- Usually given
- 4 months
- What it protects against
- Prevents a bacteria that can cause meningitis and serious throat swelling in young children.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 2 of 4
PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis)
- Usually given
- 4 months
- What it protects against
- Protects against bacteria behind many ear infections, pneumonia and blood infections.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 2 of 4
IPV · Polio
- Usually given
- 4 months
- What it protects against
- Keeps your child safe from polio, a virus that can cause paralysis.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 2 (3 for some brands)
RV · Rotavirus
- Usually given
- 4 months (and 6 months for some brands)
- What it protects against
- Prevents the stomach virus that causes severe diarrhea and dehydration in babies.
- How it's given
- Oral drops
Dose 3 of 5
DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria
- Usually given
- 6 months
- What it protects against
- Guards against whooping cough, which is most dangerous for babies, plus tetanus and diphtheria.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 3 of 4
PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis)
- Usually given
- 6 months
- What it protects against
- Protects against bacteria behind many ear infections, pneumonia and blood infections.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 3 of 3
HepB · Hepatitis B
- Usually given
- 6–18 months
- What it protects against
- Protects the liver from a virus that can cause lifelong infection and liver disease.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Dose 3 of 4
IPV · Polio
- Usually given
- 6–18 months
- What it protects against
- Keeps your child safe from polio, a virus that can cause paralysis.
- How it's given
- Thigh injection
Yearly
Flu · Influenza (flu)
- Usually given
- Every year from 6 months (2 doses the first season)
- What it protects against
- Lowers the chance of serious flu illness each season; given every year.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
12–18m
Dose 1 of 2
MMR · Measles, Mumps & Rubella
- Usually given
- 12–15 months
- What it protects against
- Long-lasting protection from measles, mumps and rubella, which spread very easily.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
Dose 1 of 2
VAR · Chickenpox (varicella)
- Usually given
- 12–15 months
- What it protects against
- Prevents chickenpox and its rare but serious skin and lung complications.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
Dose 1 of 2
HepA · Hepatitis A
- Usually given
- 12–23 months
- What it protects against
- Protects against a liver virus spread through food, water and close contact.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
Booster
Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b
- Usually given
- 12–15 months
- What it protects against
- Prevents a bacteria that can cause meningitis and serious throat swelling in young children.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
Dose 4 of 4
PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis)
- Usually given
- 12–15 months
- What it protects against
- Protects against bacteria behind many ear infections, pneumonia and blood infections.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
Dose 4 of 5
DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria
- Usually given
- 15–18 months
- What it protects against
- Guards against whooping cough, which is most dangerous for babies, plus tetanus and diphtheria.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
Dose 2 of 2
HepA · Hepatitis A
- Usually given
- 6 months after dose 1
- What it protects against
- Protects against a liver virus spread through food, water and close contact.
- How it's given
- Thigh or upper-arm injection
4–6 Years (School Entry)
Kindergarten booster (dose 5)
DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria
- Usually given
- 4–6 years
- What it protects against
- Guards against whooping cough, which is most dangerous for babies, plus tetanus and diphtheria.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
Kindergarten booster (dose 4)
IPV · Polio
- Usually given
- 4–6 years
- What it protects against
- Keeps your child safe from polio, a virus that can cause paralysis.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
Dose 2 of 2
MMR · Measles, Mumps & Rubella
- Usually given
- 4–6 years
- What it protects against
- Long-lasting protection from measles, mumps and rubella, which spread very easily.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
Dose 2 of 2
VAR · Chickenpox (varicella)
- Usually given
- 4–6 years
- What it protects against
- Prevents chickenpox and its rare but serious skin and lung complications.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
11–12 Years (Pre-Teen)
1 booster dose
Tdap · Tetanus, Diphtheria & Whooping Cough booster
- Usually given
- 11–12 years
- What it protects against
- Tops up protection against whooping cough and tetanus for the pre-teen years.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
2 doses, 6–12 months apart
HPV · Human papillomavirus
- Usually given
- 11–12 years (can start at 9)
- What it protects against
- Prevents infections that can lead to several cancers later in life; works best given early.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
Dose 1 of 2
MenACWY · Meningococcal (meningitis)
- Usually given
- 11–12 years
- What it protects against
- Protects against a rare but fast-moving form of bacterial meningitis.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
16+ Years (Teen)
Booster (dose 2 of 2)
MenACWY · Meningococcal (meningitis)
- Usually given
- 16 years
- What it protects against
- Protects against a rare but fast-moving form of bacterial meningitis.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
2 doses
MenB · Meningococcal B
- Usually given
- 16–18 years (talk with your doctor)
- What it protects against
- Adds protection against the B strain of meningitis, often discussed before college.
- How it's given
- Upper-arm injection
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Aftercare & Comfort Tips
Soothing post-shot fussiness
- Hold your baby skin-to-skin or breastfeed/bottle-feed during and right after the shot.
- A cool, damp cloth on the spot can ease soreness and redness.
- Gently bicycle your baby's legs or encourage an older child to move the arm — movement helps the ache fade.
- Extra cuddles, a favorite toy and a calm, quiet evening go a long way.
Safe fever management
A low fever for a day or two is a normal sign the body is building protection. If your child is uncomfortable, you can use the right dose of acetaminophen (or ibuprofen from 6 months) — check it by weight in our medicine dose helper. Don't give medicine before the shot unless your doctor suggests it.
Normal mild reactions
- Low fever (under 102°F / 38.9°C)
- Redness, swelling or a small lump where the shot was given
- Fussiness, sleepiness or a smaller appetite for 1–2 days
- A mild rash 1–3 weeks after MMR or chickenpox vaccines
When to call the doctor
- Any fever in a baby under 3 months, or a fever of 104°F (40°C) or higher
- Crying that won't stop for 3 hours or more
- Redness that keeps growing after 2 days
- Fever or fussiness lasting more than 3 days
⚠️ Call 911 right away for trouble breathing, swelling of the face or lips, hives all over, extreme weakness, or a seizure.
Immunization Checklist
| Vaccine | Dose | Usually given | Received | Date given |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HepB · Hepatitis B | Dose 1 of 3 | Birth | ☐ | |
| RSV · RSV antibody (nirsevimab) | 1 dose | Birth–8 months (RSV season) | ☐ | |
| HepB · Hepatitis B | Dose 2 of 3 | 1–2 months | ☐ | |
| DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria | Dose 1 of 5 | 2 months | ☐ | |
| Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b | Dose 1 | 2 months | ☐ | |
| PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis) | Dose 1 of 4 | 2 months | ☐ | |
| IPV · Polio | Dose 1 of 4 | 2 months | ☐ | |
| RV · Rotavirus | Dose 1 | 2 months | ☐ | |
| DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria | Dose 2 of 5 | 4 months | ☐ | |
| Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b | Dose 2 | 4 months | ☐ | |
| PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis) | Dose 2 of 4 | 4 months | ☐ | |
| IPV · Polio | Dose 2 of 4 | 4 months | ☐ | |
| RV · Rotavirus | Dose 2 (3 for some brands) | 4 months (and 6 months for some brands) | ☐ | |
| DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria | Dose 3 of 5 | 6 months | ☐ | |
| PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis) | Dose 3 of 4 | 6 months | ☐ | |
| HepB · Hepatitis B | Dose 3 of 3 | 6–18 months | ☐ | |
| IPV · Polio | Dose 3 of 4 | 6–18 months | ☐ | |
| Flu · Influenza (flu) | Yearly | Every year from 6 months (2 doses the first season) | ☐ | |
| MMR · Measles, Mumps & Rubella | Dose 1 of 2 | 12–15 months | ☐ | |
| VAR · Chickenpox (varicella) | Dose 1 of 2 | 12–15 months | ☐ | |
| HepA · Hepatitis A | Dose 1 of 2 | 12–23 months | ☐ | |
| Hib · Haemophilus influenzae type b | Booster | 12–15 months | ☐ | |
| PCV · Pneumococcal (pneumonia & meningitis) | Dose 4 of 4 | 12–15 months | ☐ | |
| DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria | Dose 4 of 5 | 15–18 months | ☐ | |
| HepA · Hepatitis A | Dose 2 of 2 | 6 months after dose 1 | ☐ | |
| DTaP · Whooping Cough, Tetanus & Diphtheria | Kindergarten booster (dose 5) | 4–6 years | ☐ | |
| IPV · Polio | Kindergarten booster (dose 4) | 4–6 years | ☐ | |
| MMR · Measles, Mumps & Rubella | Dose 2 of 2 | 4–6 years | ☐ | |
| VAR · Chickenpox (varicella) | Dose 2 of 2 | 4–6 years | ☐ | |
| Tdap · Tetanus, Diphtheria & Whooping Cough booster | 1 booster dose | 11–12 years | ☐ | |
| HPV · Human papillomavirus | 2 doses, 6–12 months apart | 11–12 years (can start at 9) | ☐ | |
| MenACWY · Meningococcal (meningitis) | Dose 1 of 2 | 11–12 years | ☐ | |
| MenACWY · Meningococcal (meningitis) | Booster (dose 2 of 2) | 16 years | ☐ | |
| MenB · Meningococcal B | 2 doses | 16–18 years (talk with your doctor) | ☐ |
Parent-kept record. Schools usually need the official record signed by your doctor's office or your state immunization registry.
⚕️ Informational only — not medical advice. Schedules can differ for premature babies, children with health conditions, catch-up doses, travel, and yearly updates to CDC guidance. Always follow your pediatrician's recommendations for your child.
This tool is for general information and education only. It does not replace advice from your child's pediatrician, who knows your child's full history. Reviewed by a pediatrician.