CHILDREN’S HEALTH
Childhood Immunisations at Mona Vale Doctors
Protecting your child with a lifetime of care
Why Childhood Immunisations Are So Important
Childhood immunisations are one of the safest and most effective ways to protect your child’s health. They build strong defences against serious diseases such as whooping cough, measles, meningococcal disease, and pneumonia. Following the NSW Vaccination Schedule, vaccines are administered at birth, then at 6 weeks, 4, 6, 12, and 18 months, with booster doses at 4 years and again in adolescence.
By keeping your child’s vaccines up to date, you not only protect them but also help reduce the risk of illness for vulnerable people in your community, including newborns, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.
At Mona Vale Doctors, our GPs and nurses deliver each vaccination with gentle, expert care in a calm, family-friendly environment. We make sure you and your child feel supported and reassured during every visit.
What’s Involved with a Childhood Immunisation Visit
A childhood immunisation visit is a chance to check in on your child’s health and keep their protection up to date. It’s safe and reassuring for both you and your family.
Growth and Development
Your GP or nurse will carry out a full health check and ask how you and your child are coping, answer any questions, and check your child’s weight and growth.
Follow-Up Advice
You’ll receive clear guidance on what to expect afterwards, how to care for the injection site, and when to seek medical advice.
Age-Appropriate Vaccines
Vaccines are given according to the NSW Immunisation Schedule. You’ll be asked to stay for about 15 minutes afterwards so our team can monitor your child for any adverse reactions before you head home.
Catching Up
If your child has missed a vaccine, we’ll create a catch-up plan based on NSW Health guidelines to ensure they stay protected.
Comfort Measures
It’s normal for children to cry during injections. Holding your child close, bringing a favourite toy or playing music can soothe and distract them while your GP or nurse gives the vaccine as quickly and gently as possible.
Ongoing Support
Our team is here to provide ongoing advice and care beyond your child’s vaccination visits.
Immunisation Records
Each vaccine is recorded in your child’s Blue Book (NSW Personal Health Record) and the Australian Immunisation Register to keep everything up to date. These records are required for childcare and school enrolments.
Meet Our Caring GPs
At Mona Vale Doctors, your child’s vaccinations are provided by a team of GPs and nurses with extensive training and experience in children’s health and family care.
Dr Cindy Wong, Dr Kathryn Hutt, Dr Marianthe Sakiris, and Dr Michelle Penm all have strong backgrounds in paediatrics, women’s health, and family medicine, with additional training in areas such as reproductive health, and child health. They’ve worked in respected settings such as Sydney Children’s Hospital and community paediatrics, and also provide Shared Antenatal Care with Northern Beaches Hospital.
Supporting them are our nurses, Anna Bruce and Hannah Johnston. Anna offers early childhood health checks, feeding advice, and immunisation support, while Hannah provides family-centred care and guidance to support both parents and children.
Families across Mona Vale and the Northern Beaches trust our team to deliver childhood immunisations with professionalism, kindness, and support from the very beginning.
Why Local Families Trust Mona Vale Doctors
Families across Mona Vale and the Northern Beaches choose us for their children’s immunisations because we provide:
Gentle, compassionate GPs with strong backgrounds in paediatrics and family medicine
A calm, family-friendly environment that helps children (and parents) feel at ease
Official records for childcare and school enrolments via the Australian Immunisation Register
Same-day appointments for urgent concerns
Clear guidance and follow-ups, so you know what to expect after every visit
A trusted reputation across the Northern Beaches for safe, professional care
All routine vaccines onsite, following the NSW Immunisation Schedule
Up-to-date expertise, staying aligned with the latest immunisation guidelines
FAQs: Childhood Immunisations at Mona Vale Doctors
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Children need vaccines at specific ages following the NSW Immunisation Schedule. Starting with hepatitis B at birth, then continuing at 6 weeks, 4, 6, 12, and 18 months, with boosters at 4 years and during adolescence. Vaccines protect against illnesses such as whooping cough, measles, meningococcal disease, and pneumonia.
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Yes, it’s common for children to get more than one vaccine at the same appointment, as a single injection that combines several vaccines. This reduces the number of jabs while still giving full protection. Your child may also receive oral drops for rotavirus alongside injections. Research confirms it’s safe and effective for children to have multiple vaccines in one visit (NSW Health, 2025)1.
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Don’t worry if your child has missed a vaccine, they don’t need to start the schedule again. Your GP or nurse can create a catch-up plan so your child gets the right protection as soon as possible. The vaccines are free under the National Immunisation Program.
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Most vaccine side effects are mild and short-lived. Your child may have some redness, swelling, or soreness where the needle went in, or be a little unsettled, tired, or develop a mild fever. These usually ease within a couple of days. If you’re concerned, call Mona Vale Doctors on 02 9997 4266, or dial 000 in an emergency.
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Yes, every vaccine your child receives is recorded in their Blue Book and uploaded to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). You can access an official Immunisation History Statement via myGov or the Express Plus Medicare app. This statement is needed for enrolment in childcare, preschool, and school, and acts as proof that your child’s vaccinations are up to date.
References
New South Wales Health. Information about vaccinations. New South Wales Government. Information about vaccinations. Published May 23, 2025. Accessed September 22, 2025.
