Back when we were just planning to get pregnant, my husband and I just had a general idea of how having a child would affect our finances. Our thoughts were consumed by what a baby’s immediate needs are, like milk, clothes, and diapers. I have to admit that vaccines were the last thing on my mind, partly because I thought my HMO covered those.

We were given a reality check during our daughter’s first pedia check up. We learned that the HMO only covered doctor’s fees, and that is if they’re part of the HMO’s accredited list. We also learned that during a baby’s first year, vaccines are administered monthly–and that they are costly!

Here’s an updated list of baby vaccines for 2025 for your reference.

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