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What Parents Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccine Preparation and Aftercare for Their Children

"Vaccinating children is of utmost importance and parents play a crucial role in ensuring their child's well-being before and after the Covid-19 vaccination. It is essential for parents to be well-informed and prepared for their child's Covid-19 vaccination journey. This includes understanding the potential side effects, any necessary precautions, and how to best care for their child post-vaccination. By being proactive and knowledgeable, parents can contribute to a smoother and safer experience for their children, ensuring their protection and overall health."

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7 August, 2024

Children’s well-being is always a primary concern, especially when it comes to vaccinations. Today, let’s explore the information parents need to prepare their children before and after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

1. Preparing Children for the COVID-19 Vaccine

According to Master’s degree holder and physician, Nguyen Hien Minh, Deputy Head of the Vaccination Unit at the University Medical Center in Ho Chi Minh City, to ensure a safe and smooth vaccination process for your child, parents need to take care of the following:

Prepare Necessary Documents

Prepare any medications or prescriptions your child is currently taking

Bring your prescriptions, medical records, or vaccination booklets (if available) so that the vaccinating physician can review them and determine the suitability of the COVID-19 vaccine for your child.
Additionally, bring along your child’s vaccination records for other vaccines when they receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
It is also convenient to bring your child’s ID or passport for easier information registration.

Prepare Your Child’s Health Before Vaccination

Ensure your child is well-rested before vaccination

Ensure your child gets ample rest and sleeps early the night before the vaccination.
Explain the vaccination process to your child to ease any anxiety and ensure they are comfortable and calm.
As suggested by the 115 Hospital website, consider giving your child a light snack to prevent hunger while waiting.
To boost your child’s health, you can give them a multivitamin effervescent tablet or oral rehydration solution after a meal before the vaccination.
For girls, if they are menstruating, it is generally not necessary to postpone the vaccination unless they are experiencing severe cramps, nausea, fatigue, or a fever.

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2. Monitoring Your Child After the COVID-19 Vaccination

Ensure your child stays hydrated and monitor their health after vaccination

After the vaccination, it is important to observe the following:

Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids to help reduce fever.
Apply a cold compress at the injection site to alleviate swelling and pain. Do not keep the compress in place for more than 30 minutes at a time.
Ensure your child rests at home after the vaccination and refrains from strenuous physical activities on the day of vaccination.
Monitor your child’s health for at least 30 minutes after the vaccination at the vaccination site, and immediately report any adverse symptoms to the medical staff.

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We have provided you with essential information on preparing your child before and after the COVID-19 vaccination. Please refer to these guidelines to ensure your child’s well-being during the vaccination process.

Source: 115 Hospital Website