How to Talk to Your Parents About Vaccination
Talking to anti-vaccination parents about why you want to get vaccinated can be really difficult, find resources below to help.
Resources
CDC: Preparing for Questions Parents May Ask about Vaccine
This sheet outlines some of the topics most parents ask about and tips for how to answer their questions.
CDC: Vaccine-preventable Diseases Fact Sheets
These materials, collectively called Provider Resources for Vaccine Conversations with Parents, have been developed by CDC, the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Each fact sheet addresses frequently-asked questions, including what vaccines are needed, when they are needed, and why.
CDC: Fact Sheets for Teens and Preteens
The materials below raise awareness about the vaccine-preventable diseases and vaccine recommendations for preteens and teens with audience-tested messages and graphics. All materials are available for download. Printable materials may be printed on a standard office printer.
Do Something: How to Have ‘The Talk’ With Your Parents…About HPV Vaccination!
Questions your parent or guardian might ask and how you can answer! Read on for tips to have a medically accurate, not-uncomfortable chat about HPV with your parent or guardian. You got this!
Verywell: How to Talk to a Vaccine Skeptic Simulator
Learn how to effectively discuss vaccines with your partner, sibling, friend, or anyone who's skeptical. Our Conversation Coach will simulate a real chat to provide you with clear and accurate talking points to help promote vaccination.