[KarynB]

Originally Posted by sbaglio

Can someone please explain the rationale behind "spreading out the vaccines"?

You probably know more about this than I do, but the research I did said that by seperating them you eliminate the need for the binding agent which is what is suspect in causing/triggering autism. Also, by literally spacing out the vaccines, you give the body time to heal and recover so immunity is back to a good level before "assulting" it with another virus/binding agent.

We have not done MMR - DS is 2.5 - but I will do it when he is 3 or so, or if we travel, or if he starts daycare/preschool. His body will be bigger and better able to handle the vaccines.

I have also heard to be sure your child is 100% healthy before taking them in (no colds, flu, etc) and a nurse also recommened a few weeks before giving them a schedule of immune boosting vitamins - which I will be doing. I can email anyone the schedule she recommended if you are interested.

I am not 100% convinced that vaccines are linked to autism, but what is more important for me is that I am not 100% convinced they are NOT. So, while I think the benefits eventually outweigh the risks, I am going to do it my way, even if just for peace of mind.