Today, Mommy and Savannah got flu shots (Daddy will get his on Friday). We are a little sore but Mommy thought it was a much better shot than last year, because last year her arm got super sore and she felt sick after, but this year it was almost nothing! Hooray!
Savannah got her flu shot too, which she was NOT thrilled about. The tears were quickly dried up when the nurse produced a lollipop for her though. I made sure that Savannah got the flu shot that was free of mercury (there is only one for infants/toddlers that is completely mercury free). I felt like this was very important since there have been significant risks associated with mercury and the brain developement of infants, toddlers, and babies who are yet unborn (so pregnant women should get mercury-free shots too!) Anyway, I just wanted to share that info to all of you who are considering the flu shot, that you should ask for the mercury-free one. It doesn't cost any extra, the doctor's office usually has it, or will order if for you if they don't, and it causes you less worry. If you'd like to read more, you can click below and it is explained really well.
http://www.askdrsears.com/thevaccinebook/labels/Vaccine%20News.asp
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