We will need some information from you at your child’s first visit. You can streamline the process by printing out the necessary forms and bringing them with you to the office. Find those forms here.

We are strong supporters of vaccination (also known as immunization). Vaccination is one of the most important measures to prevent serious illness in children and adults. We follow the schedule for routine vaccination as recommended by both the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)  and the Center for Disease Control Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (CDC ACIP).

When a family is considering joining Middleboro Pediatrics and they are also considering refusing any or all vaccines, we require a “Meet and Greet” appointment to be scheduled prior to the child’s first visit. This appointment will be between one of the physicians and either one or preferably both parents or guardians. This will enable us to address any concerns you may have and to clarify our policies on vaccine refusal. We want to make sure we are a good fit for you and your family.

During an office visit when a vaccine is recommended, if the parent or patient has any questions about the recommended vaccine(s), we are happy to address any and all concerns. We also provide written information as supplied by the CDC. If a vaccine is refused, our policy requires the parent or guardian (or patient if over 18 years of age) to sign the standard Vaccine Refusal Form as provided by the AAP. This form documents our discussion including the risks of not vaccinating and clarifies which vaccines were recommended and refused.  This form cannot be altered in any way. If the parent or guardian refuses to sign the Vaccine Refusal Form, that could lead to termination from our practice.

Vaccines prevent disease and save lives. We are committed to ensuring the health and safety of our patients. We sincerely hope that when a parent or patient is well informed about the advantages of vaccination, no vaccine would be refused.

Sincerely,
Middleboro Pediatrics 

NE Mother’s First

New England Mothers First (NEMF) is an independent Nurse Practitioner practice specializing in breast problems and infant feeding difficulties.

Breastfeeding.com “Information, support and attitude!”

The Human Milk Banking Association of North America Represents all of the North American human milk banks which collect, pasteurize,  and distribute donated mother’s milk.

La Leche League International Their mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through  mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education, and to  promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the  healthy development of the baby and the mother.

Medela Has been providing breast pumps and breastfeeding accessories to nursing mothers  since 1979.