Immunisation Pain and Recovery

Immunisation Pain and Recovery

From Things Nobody Tells You by Kiindred

November 19, 2025 · 57 min · Episode 4

About this episode

This episode provides a holistic view on navigating immunisations for children, focusing on preparation, emotional support, and pain management.

Immunisations are one of those big early milestones - not just for your baby, but for you. The tiny body, the sting, the cry, the weight of knowing you're doing the right thing while also wishing you could take the discomfort away. In this episode, Emmy brings together three trusted voices to give you a truly holistic view of how to navigate immunisations with confidence - from preparation and emotional support, to managing pain, fever, and everything that comes after. First up is Gen from Connected Parenting, who walks through how to prepare your child (and yourself) before the appointment, what to do during those big feelings, and how to support them afterwards - with real scripts, play-based prep ideas, and a reminder that connection is everything. Then Chris Minogue, Mothercraft Nurse and the original baby whisperer, steps in to unpack what actually happens after immunisations - the irritability, the sleep disruptions, the feeding changes - and why most of it settles within 48 hours. She also shares when to watch, when to wait, and when to check in with your GP. Finally, Dr Michaela Sorenson braks down the different types of pain our little ones experience - from teething and…

People in this episode

Host: Emmy

Guests: Gen, Chris Minogue, Dr Michaela Sorenson

Topics covered

  • immunisation
  • parenting
  • child health
  • pain management
  • emotional support

Keywords

  • immunisation
  • pain management
  • parenting tips
  • child health
  • emotional support

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Connected Parenting

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