Before They Were Preventable
When I was eleven years old I learned why my maternal grandmother and my mother have always been vehemently pro-vaccine. It was the day I…
Something Even Worse: My Hib Story
“When Father Myers got up at Mass and told everyone to pray for Ben and Barbara’s daughter, MaryAnne, we thought you were never coming home…
I Changed My Mind; Now Let’s Change Our Laws
I know those people out on the steps of state capitols across the country protesting proposed immunization laws. They are scared and misinformed. I know…
Fighting HPV and Cancer
The past three years have been grueling. During that time, I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Adenocarcinoma at age 36. I was a single mother…
An Uncomplicated, Straightforward Choice
1 Week Prior to Doctor Appointment Zoe: “I don’t want to get a shot. Will I have to get a shot?” Me: “Yes, you will…
We Lived the Worst-Case Scenario: Scott’s Chickenpox Story
All Vulnerable Children Need You
When my daughter, Cambree, who is now fourteen months old, was born, she was a healthy, beautiful 6lb, 8oz baby with a head full of…
Can We Get an RSV Vaccine, Please?
When my third child was born, it was a crazy time in my life. (Isn’t it always?) My husband and I had two older boys,…
An Alarm Bell You Cannot Wait On
A few weeks ago my five-month-old, Lucian, started showing symptoms of teething: mild fever, fussiness, not sleeping as well, and a small decrease in milk…
A Horrible Cough and My Vaccination Education
I guess it all started with my fascination with herbal medicine and other alternative healing practices. I had a very nice and sizeable herbal remedy…