Confident Care Eases Vaccination Pain
Panado® knows vaccination day can feel a little daunting. But with confident care and the trusted1 power of Panado® to ease pain and provide fast relief2 for tiny humans, those necessary jabs don’t have to be scary. Parents can play a big part in soothing the sting and helping their little ones feel calmer before, during and after vaccinations.
Why Vaccinating Your Baby is Important
Vaccines teach your baby’s developing immune system how to fight germs safely, helping their body recognise and respond to infections before they can cause illness.4a Each vaccine contains only a tiny, carefully tested amount of harmless ingredients to train their natural defences,4b and every dose is strictly monitored by global health experts to ensure it’s safe and effective.4c
How To Make Vaccinations Easier for Your Child
Research shows that how a parent reacts during a vaccination can make a big difference to how a baby feels.3b When parents seem anxious, little ones tend to pick up on it and feel more uneasy too.3c Babies who are upset before the jab also often feel more discomfort afterward. Here are a few ways you can help your baby stay calm.
Stay close: Your baby feels safer when you’re nearby. Hold them gently so their arm or thigh is exposed for the jab but keep the rest of them cosy and covered. Older babies or toddlers can sit on your lap facing you.5a
Feed your baby: Some little ones cry less when breastfed during the jab because the closeness and sucking distract them. If you prefer, feed them right after to avoid any chance of spit-up.5b
Use a little distraction: Distraction can work wonders. Bring along bubbles, a favourite toy or a rattle to help take your baby’s mind off the moment.5c
How To Help Your Child After Vaccinations
For newborns or babies under five months old, try the 5 S's6a right after they get a vaccine:
1. Swaddle your baby before the shot, wrapping them snugly like a little burrito, but keep their legs uncovered for the vaccination.6b
2. Side or stomach positioning can help your baby feel more secure and comforted after the jab.6c
3. Shushing softly in your baby’s ear helps them relax.6d
4. Swinging your baby gently in your arms or an infant swing can soothe and distract them from any discomfort.6e
5. Sucking, whether through breastfeeding, a bottle, or a pacifier, is another natural way to calm and comfort your baby during or after the vaccination.6f
The Power To Fight Their Pain
Fussiness, fever and pain at the injection site, are common after vaccinations7a and should settle within a few days.7b Panado®, with its paracetamol-based infant drops8 and paediatric syrups9 & 10 has always been a go-to choice1 for parents when it comes to easing pain and discomfort in babies and children.
Syrups are a reliable and convenient solution for pain and fever relief, eliminating the challenges associated with suspensions.11a The medicine is already dissolved, so there’s no need worry about uneven doses.11b This ensures accuracy every time, making life just that little bit easier for parents.
Panado® Strawberry9 syrup, and Panado® Peppermint10 syrup with improved taste,12 get to work immediately2 to ease pain and bring down fever.
For babies from three months, Panado® Infant Drops8 are specially formulated to provide relief. The drops are alcohol and sugar-free and come with a precision dropper that makes measuring simple and stress-free. It’s no surprise that Panado® Infant Drops were named Product of the Year in the Child Health category,13 a recognition of the trust1 families and caregivers continue to place in the brand.
For added peace of mind, parents can simply scan the QR code or use the online Panado® Dosage Calculator at https://panado.co.za/dosage-calculator, which adjusts according to a child’s age and weight. This extra step helps ensure the right dose every time.
Beyond The Needle
When parents understand their power to comfort, they don’t just reduce pain, they build trust and calm. And in those few seconds before, during and after the needle, when your baby looks up at you for reassurance, that connection matters more than anything else. While pain may be expected during and after vaccinations, with confident care and Panado®’s power to fight pain,14 parents can turn vaccination day into a calmer experience.
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